Multifunctional sugar dissolving tank

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of industrial production equipment, in particular to a multifunctional sugar dissolving tank which comprises a supporting leg base used for supporting a tank body, the tank body fixed on the supporting leg base and a stirring device arranged on the tank body, and the supporting leg base is connected to the bottom of the tank body; a cleaning device is arranged at the top end of the tank body and is in linkage connection with the stirring device; the stirring device comprises a driving motor, a speed reducer, a stirring shaft and stirring blades, the driving motor is mounted at the top of the tank body, an output shaft of the driving motor is in transmission connection with the speed reducer through a coupling, an output shaft of the speed reducer is connected with the stirring shaft, the stirring shaft penetrates through the top of the tank body and extends into the tank body, and the stirring blades are symmetrically mounted on the stirring shaft; a plurality of through holes are formed in the stirring blades at equal intervals. The sugar dissolving tank solves the problems that a traditional sugar dissolving tank is poor in mixing effect, easy to generate bubbles, inconvenient to clean and maintain and the like, so that the sugar dissolving efficiency and quality are improved, and daily use and maintenance of equipment are facilitated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of industrial production equipment technology, and in particular to a multifunctional sugar dissolving tank. Background Technology

[0002] In the production processes of food and beverage industries, sugar dissolving is a crucial fundamental step. Traditional sugar dissolving tanks have relatively limited functionality and present several problems in practical use: Firstly, ordinary stirring devices often fail to ensure that sugar and water are thoroughly and evenly mixed, resulting in low dissolving efficiency, long dissolving times, and reduced production efficiency. Secondly, the stirring devices in traditional sugar dissolving tanks cannot agitate the material at the inner edges of the tank, potentially leading to uneven concentration in certain areas. Furthermore, the stirring action easily generates a large number of bubbles, which not only affects the subsequent transport of the sugar solution but also causes material loss and increases production costs.

[0003] Furthermore, the internal structure of traditional sugar-dissolving tanks in existing technology makes it difficult for operators to perform thorough cleaning and inspection. Dirt and impurities can easily remain in some corners, affecting product quality. At the same time, when equipment malfunctions and requires repair, improper component installation makes repairs difficult and consumes significant time and labor costs.

[0004] It is clear that existing technology still needs improvement. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to address the technical deficiencies mentioned in the background art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a multifunctional sugar dissolving tank, which aims to solve the problems of poor mixing effect, easy generation of air bubbles, and inconvenient cleaning and maintenance of traditional sugar dissolving tanks, thereby improving sugar dissolving efficiency and quality, and facilitating the daily use and maintenance of the equipment.

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

[0007] A multifunctional sugar-dissolving container includes a support leg base for supporting the container body, a container body fixed on the support leg base, and a stirring device disposed on the container body. The support leg base is connected to the bottom of the container body. A cleaning device is disposed at the top of the container body, and the cleaning device is linked to the stirring device. The stirring device includes a drive motor, a reducer, a stirring shaft, and stirring blades. The drive motor is mounted on the top of the container body, and the output shaft of the drive motor is connected to the reducer via a coupling. The output shaft of the reducer is connected to the stirring shaft. The stirring shaft extends through the top of the container body and into the container body. The stirring blades are symmetrically mounted on the stirring shaft. Multiple through holes are equidistantly opened on the stirring blades, and the multiple through holes penetrate both sides of the stirring blades.

[0008] Preferably, the cleaning device includes a nozzle and a water supply pipe. The nozzle is arranged around the inner wall of the inner tank and is connected to the water supply pipe, which is connected to an external water source.

[0009] Preferably, the tank body is composed of an outer tank and an inner tank, an insulation layer is formed in the gap between the outer tank and the inner tank, and a jacket is provided on the outer side wall of the inner tank near the bottom, and a heating device is provided between the jacket and the inner tank.

[0010] Preferably, the heating device includes a heating tube and a heating interface. The heating tube is arranged around the gap between the outer tank and the inner tank, and the heating tube is electrically connected to the heating interface. A cover plate is movably provided on the heating interface.

[0011] Preferably, the tank body is further provided with a feed inlet, a discharge outlet, and a sludge discharge outlet. The feed inlet is connected to the side of the tank body via a flange and is used to connect to an external raw material conveying pipeline. The discharge outlet is located at the bottom of the tank body and is used to connect to a subsequent sugar solution conveying pipeline. The sludge discharge outlet is located at the bottom of the tank body and is connected to an external sewage system via a sludge discharge pipeline.

[0012] Preferably, flow control valves are installed at both the inlet and outlet, and a shut-off valve is installed at the outlet.

[0013] Preferably, the tank is also equipped with a level gauge for real-time monitoring of the liquid level inside the tank, and the level gauge is connected to the tank by a flange, thread or welding.

[0014] Preferably, the tank body also has a manhole, which is circular or elliptical in shape.

[0015] In summary, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] This invention's sugar-dissolving tank features evenly distributed through holes on the stirring blades, significantly enhancing fluid mixing during the stirring process. Compared to traditional sugar-dissolving tanks, it increases the sugar's dissolution rate in water and greatly improves mixing uniformity, effectively preventing localized concentration differences and providing more stable sugar solution raw materials for subsequent production processes. Furthermore, the tank's cleaning device enables automated cleaning, reducing manual cleaning workload and more thoroughly removing residual dirt and impurities, ensuring product quality. In addition, the rational installation method of each component allows maintenance personnel to quickly locate and resolve problems in case of equipment failure, reducing maintenance difficulty, shortening repair time, and lowering labor costs. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the multifunctional sugar dissolving container of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the multifunctional sugar-dissolving container of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the multifunctional sugar dissolving container of this utility model.

[0020] Explanation of the reference numerals in the figure:

[0021] 1. Support leg base; 2. Tank body; 21. Outer tank; 22. Inner tank; 23. Jacket; 24. Insulation layer; 3. Stirring device; 31. Drive motor; 32. Reducer; 33. Stirring shaft; 34. Stirring blade; 341. Through hole; 4. Cleaning device; 41. Nozzle; 42. Water supply pipe; 5. Heating device; 51. Heating pipe; 52. Heating interface; 53. Cover plate; 6. Feed inlet; 7. Discharge outlet; 8. Sewage outlet; 9. Flow control valve; 10. Shut-off valve; 11. Level gauge; 12. Manhole. Detailed Implementation

[0022] 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. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] Those skilled in the art should understand that, in the disclosure of this utility model, the terms "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying 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 above terms should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, the use of terms such as "several" means one or more, with "multiple" meaning two or more. Terms like "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of terms like "first," "second," and "third" is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, the quantity of indicated technical features, or the sequential relationship between indicated technical features.

[0025] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-3 The present invention provides a more detailed description of an embodiment of a multifunctional sugar-dissolving container.

[0026] A multi-functional sugar dissolving container, such as Figure 1 , 2 As shown, the device includes a support leg base 1 for supporting the tank body 2, a tank body 2 fixed on the support leg base 1, and a stirring device 3 installed on the tank body 2. The support leg base 1 is connected to the bottom of the tank body 2. A cleaning device 4 is installed at the top of the tank body 2, and the cleaning device 4 is linked to the stirring device 3. The stirring device 3 includes a drive motor 31, a reducer 32, a stirring shaft 33, and stirring blades 34. The drive motor 31 is installed at the top of the tank body 2, and the output shaft of the drive motor 31 is connected to the reducer 32 through a coupling. The output shaft of the reducer 32 is connected to the stirring shaft 33. The stirring shaft 33 extends through the top of the tank body 2 and into the tank body 2. The stirring blades 34 are symmetrically installed on the stirring shaft 33, and multiple through holes 341 are equidistantly opened on the stirring blades 34, which penetrate both sides of the stirring blades 34.

[0027] Specifically, the support leg base 1 is securely connected to the bottom of the tank 2, providing reliable support for the entire sugar dissolving tank and ensuring stable operation of the equipment. The support leg base 1 consists of at least three support legs and a support plate. The support plate is fixed to the top of the support legs and is used to support the weight of the sugar dissolving tank. During operation of the multi-functional sugar dissolving tank, the drive motor 31 located at the top of the tank 2 is first started. The drive motor 31 provides power for the entire stirring process and transmits it to the reducer 32 via a coupling. The reducer 32 adjusts the speed and drives the stirring shaft 33 to rotate at high speed. The stirring shaft 33 penetrates the top of the tank 2 and extends deep into the interior, thereby driving the symmetrically mounted stirring blades 34 to rotate. Because the stirring blades 34 have multiple through holes 341 evenly spaced on both sides, the liquid flows through these through holes 341 during rotation, forming a complex flow path and causing strong turbulence. This greatly increases the contact opportunities between sugar molecules and water molecules, accelerates sugar dissolution, expands the stirring range, reduces mixing dead zones, and achieves efficient and uniform sugar dissolving effect.

[0028] During the stirring process, syrup easily generates foam. When the stirring blade 34 rotates, its through-holes 341 can break the foam. When the foamy syrup passes through the through-holes 341, the shearing action of the through-holes 341 and the pressure change of the liquid passing through the through-holes 341 can destroy the foam membrane structure, reduce the amount of foam, and ensure smooth stirring and subsequent processes. Specifically, when the liquid flows through the through-holes 341, the originally relatively regular laminar flow becomes a stronger turbulent flow. The turbulence can increase the mutual penetration and exchange of liquid in different areas of the syrup, allowing sugar molecules and water molecules to come into more full contact and accelerating the dissolution rate. For example, when making high-concentration syrup, it can avoid excessively high local concentrations and make the dissolution more uniform. At the same time, the through-holes 341 on the stirring blade 34 also change the flow path of the liquid, causing it to generate additional small eddies. The small eddies interact with the large eddies driven by the stirring blade 34 as a whole, thereby expanding the stirring range and stirring the material in the corners or edges of the tank 2, reducing the mixing dead zones in the tank 2.

[0029] It is worth mentioning that during the stirring process, the stirring blade 34 will be subject to the resistance of the syrup, which will cause the liquid to impact the surface of the stirring blade 34. The presence of the through hole 341 can disperse the liquid impact energy, prevent the stirring blade from being damaged locally due to long-term strong impact, and allow some liquid to pass through, reducing the resistance that the stirring blade bears when rotating and reducing the load on the drive motor 31, thereby reducing the wear of the mechanical parts of the stirring device 3 and extending the service life of the equipment.

[0030] In this embodiment, as Figure 2 As shown, the cleaning device 4 includes a nozzle 41 and a water supply pipe 42. The nozzle 41 is arranged around the inner wall of the inner tank 22 body 2, and the nozzle 41 is connected to the water supply pipe 42, which is connected to an external water source.

[0031] Specifically, when the sugar dissolving process is complete and tank 2 needs cleaning, the cleaning device 4 starts working as the stirring device 3 is activated. Using the power generated by the stirring device 3, the cleaning device 4 sprays cleaning fluid into the tank. Under the continuous rotation of the stirring blades 34, the cleaning fluid can more thoroughly and efficiently flush the inner wall and corners of tank 2, completely removing residual sugar stains and impurities, greatly improving cleaning efficiency and quality.

[0032] In this embodiment, as Figure 3 As shown, the tank 2 consists of an outer tank 21 and an inner tank 22. An insulation layer 24 is formed between the outer tank 21 and the inner tank 22. A jacket 23 is provided on the outer side wall of the inner tank 22 near the bottom. A heating device 5 is provided between the jacket 23 and the inner tank 22. The heating device 5 includes a heating pipe 51 and a heating interface 52. The heating pipe 51 is arranged around the gap between the outer tank 21 and the inner tank 22, and the heating pipe 51 is electrically connected to the heating interface 52. A cover plate 53 is movably provided on the heating interface 52.

[0033] Specifically, the heating tube 51 can achieve rapid heating, thereby accelerating the sugar dissolving speed. By setting the insulation layer 24 on the outer wall of the tank 2, the temperature of the inner tank 22 can be maintained to a certain extent according to the production process requirements, meeting the temperature requirements of different sugar dissolving processes. This improves the equipment's adaptability to different sugar dissolving processes and effectively enhances production efficiency and product quality stability.

[0034] In this embodiment, the tank body 2 is also provided with a feed inlet 6, a discharge outlet 7, and a sludge outlet 8. The feed inlet 6 is connected to the side of the tank body 2 via a flange and is used to connect to an external raw material conveying pipeline. The discharge outlet 7 is located at the bottom of the tank body 2 and is used to connect to a subsequent sugar solution conveying pipeline. The sludge outlet 8 is located at the bottom of the tank body 2 and is connected to an external sewage system via a sewage pipe.

[0035] In this embodiment, flow control valves 9 are installed at both the feed inlet 6 and the discharge outlet 7, and a shut-off valve 10 is installed at the drain outlet 8.

[0036] Specifically, the feed inlet 6 is located at the top or side of the tank 2 and connects to an external raw material conveying pipeline. Sugar, water, and other raw materials can be conveyed into the tank through the feed inlet 6. A flow control valve 9 installed at the feed inlet 6 can precisely control the feed rate and speed of the raw materials. The discharge outlet 7 is located at the bottom of the tank 2 and connects to the subsequent sugar solution conveying pipeline. It is also equipped with a flow control valve 9, allowing for controlled discharge of the sugar solution after dissolving. The drain outlet 8 is located at the bottom of the tank 2 and connects to the drainage system. A shut-off valve 10 is installed at the drain outlet 8 to periodically discharge impurities, sediments, and cleaning water from the tank, keeping the tank clean.

[0037] In this embodiment, a level gauge 11 for real-time monitoring of the liquid level in the tank 2 is also provided inside the tank body 2. The level gauge 11 is connected to the tank body 2 by means of flange, thread or welding.

[0038] Specifically, the liquid level gauge 11 is preferably a magnetic float liquid level gauge 11, which is connected to the tank body 2 through a flange. It can accurately monitor the liquid level height in the tank in real time. Combined with the flow control valves 9 of the inlet 6 and outlet 7, it can precisely control the amount and speed of material entering and leaving the tank, and realize the fine control of the sugar dissolving process. This provides data support for the production process and makes it convenient for operators to grasp the amount of material in the tank, preventing material overflow or shortage.

[0039] In this embodiment, a manhole 12 is also provided on the tank body 2, and the manhole 12 is circular or elliptical in shape.

[0040] Specifically, a manhole cover is provided on the manhole 12. The manhole cover is connected to the manhole 12 flange on the tank body 2 through a connector, which facilitates opening and closing. Operators can enter the tank through the manhole 12 to carry out cleaning, inspection and maintenance work.

[0041] The working principle of this utility model:

[0042] When sugar dissolving is required, the operator adds raw materials such as sugar and water through the feed inlet 6. According to production needs, the flow control valve 9 is adjusted to control the feed rate and quantity of the raw materials, ensuring they enter the tank 2 in proportion. Then, the stirring device 3 is started, using the drive motor 31 to drive the stirring blades 34 to rotate, thus stirring the syrup. During stirring, the through holes 341 on the stirring blades 34 create a complex flow path for the liquid. During the sugar dissolving process, the level gauge 11 monitors the liquid level in the tank in real time. The insulation layer 24 wraps around the outside of the tank 2, reducing heat exchange between the tank and the external environment and maintaining a relatively stable temperature inside the tank. After sugar dissolving is complete, the discharge port 7 and drain port 8 are opened, and the flow control valve 9 is adjusted according to the needs of subsequent processes to smoothly transport the dissolved sugar solution to the next process. Meanwhile, impurities, sediments, and cleaning water inside the tank are discharged through the drain port 8. After the sugar dissolution is completed, the cleaning device 4 on the top of the tank 2 is opened, and the cleaning solution is sprayed into the tank using the nozzle 41 to clean the inner wall and internal components of the tank 2, further ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of the equipment.

[0043] The embodiments described in this specific implementation are preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Identical components are represented by the same reference numerals. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape, and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A multifunctional sugar-dissolving container, comprising a support leg base for supporting the container body, a container body fixed to the support leg base, and a stirring device disposed on the container body, characterized in that, The support legs are connected to the bottom of the tank. A cleaning device is provided at the top of the tank, and the cleaning device is linked to the stirring device. The stirring device includes a drive motor, a reducer, a stirring shaft, and stirring blades. The drive motor is installed at the top of the tank, and the output shaft of the drive motor is connected to the reducer via a coupling. The output shaft of the reducer is connected to the stirring shaft. The stirring shaft extends through the top of the tank and into the tank body. The stirring blades are symmetrically installed on the stirring shaft. Multiple through holes for auxiliary defoaming are equidistantly opened on the stirring blades, and the multiple through holes extend through both sides of the stirring blades.

2. The multifunctional sugar-dissolving container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning device includes a nozzle and a water supply pipe. The nozzle is arranged around the inner wall of the inner tank and is connected to the water supply pipe, which is connected to an external water source.

3. The multifunctional sugar-dissolving container according to claim 2, characterized in that, The tank body consists of an outer tank and an inner tank. An insulation layer is formed between the outer tank and the inner tank, and a jacket is provided on the outer side wall of the inner tank near the bottom. A heating device is provided between the jacket and the inner tank.

4. The multifunctional sugar-dissolving container according to claim 3, characterized in that, The heating device includes a heating tube and a heating interface. The heating tube is arranged around the gap between the outer tank and the inner tank, and the heating tube is electrically connected to the heating interface. A cover plate is movably provided on the heating interface.

5. The multifunctional sugar-dissolving container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tank is also provided with a feed inlet, a discharge outlet and a sludge outlet. The feed inlet is connected to the side of the tank via a flange and is used to connect to an external raw material conveying pipeline. The discharge outlet is located at the bottom of the tank and is used to connect to a subsequent sugar solution conveying pipeline. The sludge outlet is located at the bottom of the tank and is connected to an external sewage system via a sludge outlet pipe.

6. The multifunctional sugar-dissolving container according to claim 5, characterized in that, Both the inlet and outlet are equipped with flow control valves, and the drain outlet is equipped with a shut-off valve.

7. The multifunctional sugar-dissolving container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tank is also equipped with a level gauge for real-time monitoring of the liquid level inside the tank. The level gauge is connected to the tank via a flange, thread, or welding.

8. The multifunctional sugar-dissolving container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tank body also has a manhole, which is circular or elliptical in shape.

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