A multifunctional cake layering and unmolding device

Abstract

This utility model provides a multifunctional cake layering and demolding device, relating to the field of food manufacturing technology. It includes a placement board with a top ejector port at the center of its top. A turntable is mounted outside the top ejector port, driven by a motor. A cake mold is placed on top of the turntable. Side plates are engaged on both sides of the top of the placement board, and telescopic controllers are installed in the center of each side plate. Telescopic controllers are connected to telescopic cylinder assemblies at their ends, and sliding plates are engaged at the ends of the cylinder assemblies. Through the height adjustment design of the sliding plates and sliding sleeves, the device can precisely adapt to the height differences of multiple cake layers. Combined with the top ejector plate, it smoothly lifts the cake, ensuring each layer is independently separated and preventing layer adhesion or surface damage. Compared to traditional methods of simply pushing out or tapping the cake, this device effectively solves the problem of cake structural damage during demolding, ensuring the integrity and aesthetics of the finished product. It is particularly suitable for the needs of professional baking and mass production.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food manufacturing technology, and in particular to a multifunctional cake layering and demolding device. Background Technology

[0002] A multi-functional cake layering demolding device is an auxiliary device used in the baking industry, primarily for separating multi-layered cakes from molds, especially suitable for movable molds with removable bottoms. During baking, multi-layered cakes, due to their complex layered structure and varying textures (such as frozen mousse or sticky sponge cake), demand high precision and efficiency in demolding. Traditional demolding methods typically rely on manual operation or simple mechanical assistance, such as tapping the mold or pushing the cake out entirely. While this method is acceptable in home baking, it is more suitable for professional pastry shops or industrial mass production to meet the need for rapid and complete demolding of multi-layered cakes.

[0003] Existing demolding equipment or methods suffer from the following problems: 1. They cannot accurately adapt to the height and layer differences of multi-layered cakes, easily leading to layer adhesion or surface damage during demolding, and are inefficient; 2. Some equipment relies solely on a single pushing force or manual operation for demolding, lacking effective means to loosen the adhesion between the mold and the cake, especially for frozen or sticky cakes, where separation is difficult when the cake adheres heavily to the mold wall; 3. Traditional manual demolding relies on human experience, and uneven force or unstable mold positioning can easily cause cake deformation or waste. To solve these problems, a multi-functional cake layering demolding device is needed, which, through automated control and vibration assistance, achieves efficient and precise demolding of multi-layered cakes, while improving operational convenience and finished product quality.

[0004] Therefore, a multi-functional cake layering and demolding device is needed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a multifunctional cake layering and demolding device.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a multifunctional cake layering and demolding device, comprising a placement plate, a top material outlet at the center of the top of the placement plate, a turntable installed outside the top material outlet, the turntable being driven by a motor, a cake mold placed on the top of the turntable, side plates being snapped onto both sides of the top of the placement plate, and telescopic controllers being installed at the center of both side plates, with telescopic cylinder assemblies connected to the ends of the telescopic controllers, and sliding plates being snapped onto the ends of the telescopic cylinder assemblies.

[0007] Preferably, each of the sliding plates is equipped with a roller at its bottom, and each of the sliding plates is slidably connected to a sliding sleeve plate on its inner side.

[0008] Preferably, adjusting bolt holes are provided on both sides of the sliding plate and both sides of the sliding sleeve plate, and the sliding plate and the sliding sleeve plate are fixed together by bolts.

[0009] Preferably, a connecting seat is provided in the middle of the front side of the sliding sleeve, a clamping block is engaged at the end of the connecting seat, a plug is provided on the back of the clamping block, and a connection port is provided inside the connecting seat.

[0010] Preferably, the plug and the connector are both cross-shaped and fit together, and the clamp is arc-shaped.

[0011] Preferably, anti-slip particles are provided on both sides of the clamping block, a pressure sensor is provided in the middle of the clamping block, and patch vibration motors are installed on both sides of the clamping block near the pressure sensor.

[0012] Preferably, support legs are provided on both sides of the bottom of the placement plate, a base plate is installed at the bottom of the support legs, a lifting cylinder assembly is installed at the middle of the top of the base plate, and a top material plate is threadedly connected to the top of the lifting cylinder assembly. The top material plate is located at the bottom of the top material opening.

[0013] Beneficial effects

[0014] In this invention, the device, through the height adjustment design of the sliding plate and sliding sleeve, can precisely adapt to the height differences of multi-layer cakes. Combined with the top tray, it stably lifts the cake, ensuring that each layer is independently separated and avoiding layer adhesion or surface damage. Compared to the traditional method of simply pushing out or tapping the cake, this device effectively solves the problem of cake structure damage during demolding, ensuring the integrity and aesthetics of the finished product. It is particularly suitable for the needs of professional baking and mass production.

[0015] In this invention, the device utilizes the built-in vibrating motor and the rotation function of the turntable within the clamping block to evenly transmit vibration throughout the entire circumference of the mold, quickly loosening the cake from the mold wall. It performs particularly well with frozen or sticky cakes. A pressure sensor monitors the clamping force in real time and works in conjunction with the telescopic controller to prevent excessive compression. This overcomes the shortcomings of traditional equipment that lack loosening mechanisms, significantly improving demolding efficiency and success rate, while reducing manual intervention and material waste.

[0016] In this invention, through the automated drive of telescopic and lifting cylinder assemblies, combined with the positioning and rotation of the turntable and a magnetic wireless charging power system, the device achieves fully automated operation from mold clamping to cake ejection, significantly reducing reliance on manual experience. Compared to traditional manual demolding, which is prone to deformation due to uneven force or mold instability, this device is simple to operate, highly stable, saves time, improves production consistency and finished product quality, and is suitable for industrial applications. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is an overall structural diagram of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the components of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the clamping block of this utility model.

[0021] Legend:

[0022] 1. Placement plate; 2. Support legs; 3. Base plate; 4. Lifting cylinder assembly; 5. Top material plate; 6. Cake mold; 7. Side plate; 8. Telescopic controller; 9. Telescopic cylinder assembly; 10. Sliding sleeve plate; 11. Top material port; 12. Turntable; 13. Adjustment bolt hole; 14. Roller; 15. Sliding plate; 16. Connecting seat; 17. Connecting port; 18. Clamping block; 19. Plug; 20. Anti-slip particles; 21. Patch vibration motor; 22. Pressure sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the technical means, creative features, and achieved objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model is further described below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings. However, the following embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and not all of them. Other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments described in the implementation plan without creative effort are all within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0024] The specific embodiments of this utility model are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Specific Implementation Example 1:

[0026] Reference Figure 1-4 A multifunctional cake layering and demolding device includes a placement plate 1, a top material outlet 11 at the center of the top of the placement plate 1, a turntable 12 installed outside the top material outlet 11, the turntable 12 being driven by a motor, a cake mold 6 being placed on the top of the turntable 12, side plates 7 being snapped onto both sides of the top of the placement plate 1, telescopic controllers 8 being installed in the center of both side plates 7, telescopic controllers 8 being connected to the ends of telescopic cylinder groups 9, and sliding plates 15 being snapped onto the ends of telescopic cylinder groups 9.

[0027] It should be noted that this solution is mainly applicable to cake molds 6 with detachable bottoms, also known as movable molds. When not detached, they are pot-shaped like ordinary molds. After removing the bottom, the whole mold is a hollow cylinder. Since this is existing equipment, it will not be described in detail here. The telescopic controllers 8 on both sides are used to control the extension and retraction of the telescopic cylinder assembly 9. The telescopic cylinder assembly 9 is a complete cylinder component. When using this device, the entire mold is placed on the turntable 12 at the top filling port 11. The turntable 12 is circular and can rotate the entire mold. When demolding is required, the bottom of the mold is first removed, and then the molds are stacked. Figure 1 As shown, the side plate 7 is also detachable.

[0028] Rollers 14 are installed at the bottom of each sliding plate 15. Sliding sleeves 10 are slidably connected to the inner side of each sliding plate 15. Adjustment bolt holes 13 are provided on both sides of the sliding plate 15 and both sides of the sliding sleeve 10. The sliding plate 15 and the sliding sleeve 10 are fixed together by bolts. A connecting seat 16 is provided in the middle of the front side of the sliding sleeve 10. A clamping block 18 is snapped into the end of the connecting seat 16. A plug 19 is provided on the back of the clamping block 18. A connection port 17 is provided inside the connecting seat 16.

[0029] The sliding plate 10 can slide up and down on the side of the sliding plate 15. This is mainly for the height of each cake layer. During each adjustment, it is necessary to ensure that the sliding plate 15 is aligned with the center of the cake mold 6 for that layer. The number of cake molds 6 is determined by the number of layers. Multiple sets of adjustment bolt holes 13 are provided on both sides of the sliding plate 15 to adjust the height according to the actual situation.

[0030] The plug 19 and the connector 17 are both cross-shaped and fit together, while the clamp 18 is arc-shaped.

[0031] It should be noted that the sliding plate 15 is electrically powered. When the sliding plate 15 is in contact with the sliding sleeve 10, the sliding plate 15 will charge the battery inside the sliding sleeve 10. The charging principle is the existing magnetic wireless charging method. The connector 16 and plug 19 on the sliding sleeve 10 can serve both as a connection and fixation function, and also as a power supply function. Through the connection between the two, power can be supplied to the electronic devices inside the clamp 18.

[0032] Anti-slip particles 20 are provided on both sides of the clamping block 18, and a pressure sensor 22 is provided in the middle of the clamping block 18. A patch vibration motor 21 is installed on both sides of the clamping block 18 near the pressure sensor 22. During demolding, the clamping blocks 18 on both sides move forward with the sliding plate 15 until they clamp the cake mold 6. The pressure sensor 22 in the middle of the clamping block 18 detects the clamping pressure in real time. When the pressure exceeds the threshold, a stop signal is transmitted to the telescopic controller 8 through the built-in transmission chip, thus stopping further movement. At the same time, the patch vibration motor 21 drives the clamping block 18 to vibrate, and the clamping block 18 transmits the vibration to the cake mold 6, thus separating the cake mold 6 from the cake edge and preventing it from sticking firmly together.

[0033] Support legs 2 are provided on both sides of the bottom of the placement plate 1. A base plate 3 is installed at the bottom of the support legs 2. A lifting cylinder assembly 4 is installed at the center of the top of the base plate 3. The top of the lifting cylinder assembly 4 is threadedly connected to a top material plate 5, which is located at the bottom of the top material outlet 11. The lifting cylinder assembly 4 controls the lifting and lowering of the top material plate 5, which can push the multi-layered cake out of the mold. Specific Implementation Example 2:

[0035] Reference Figure 1-4 This is a demolding device designed for multi-layer cakes, primarily suitable for removable molds (cake mold 6). The mold is pot-shaped when the bottom is intact and becomes a hollow cylinder after removal, a type of existing equipment. The device lifts the cake from the bottom using a lifting cylinder assembly and a top material platen. The vibration of the clamping blocks loosens the adhesion between the cake and the mold, achieving precise demolding of multi-layer cakes. The placement plate 1 is the main platform of the device, with a circular top material outlet 11 at the top center. A circular turntable 12 is installed on the outside, driven by a motor through gear reduction, with an adjustable speed (5-20 rpm). The mold 6 is placed on top; the rotation not only facilitates positioning and clamping but also ensures that the mold is evenly stressed when the clamping blocks 18 vibrate, guaranteeing complete loosening of the cake from the mold walls. The bottom of the placement plate 1 has support legs 2 on both sides, connecting to the base plate 3. A lifting cylinder assembly 4 is installed in the middle of the base plate 3, and the top is threadedly connected to the top material plate 5. The top material plate 5 is located at the bottom of the top material opening 11, with a diameter slightly smaller than the inner diameter of the mold. Its surface is covered with a food-grade silicone pad to increase friction and protect the bottom of the cake, used to support the cake. The top two sides of the placement plate 1 are snapped with detachable side plates 7. Each side plate 7 has a telescopic controller 8 fixed in the middle, connected to a telescopic cylinder assembly 9, and a sliding plate 15 snapped at the end. The bottom has rollers 14 that can slide along the side plate 7. The sliding plate 15 is slidably connected to a sliding sleeve plate 10 on the inside. The two are fixed by multiple sets of adjusting bolt holes 13 and bolts, allowing the height to be adjusted according to the cake layer height. The sliding sleeve plate 10 has a connecting seat 16 in the middle of the front, which snaps with a cross-shaped connector 17 to the cross-shaped plug 19 on the back of the clamping block 18. The clamping block 18 is arc-shaped, with anti-slip particles 20 on both inner sides, a built-in pressure sensor 22 in the middle, and patch vibration motors 21 installed on both sides near the sensor.

[0036] The power module is embedded inside the placement plate 1. It receives a 220V household power input, which is then stepped down to 24V DC by a transformer. This power is connected to the motor, telescopic controller 8, and lifting cylinder assembly 4 via wires. The sliding plate 15 has a copper conductive layer inside and is connected to the power module via hidden wires. When it is in contact with the sliding sleeve 10, it wirelessly charges the 200mAh battery inside the sliding sleeve 10 via magnetic attraction. After the connector 16 and plug 19 are connected, current flows from the battery to the clamp 18, powering the pressure sensor 22 and vibration motor 21. The power path is: power module → sliding plate 15 → sliding sleeve 10 battery → clamp 18.

[0037] The working principle is as follows: A baked or frozen multi-layered cake, along with mold 6 (bottom not removed), is placed on turntable 12. Turntable 12 rotates to adjust the mold's position until the clamping system faces both sides. The bottom of the mold is then removed to expose the cake's base. The position of the sliding sleeve 10 is adjusted according to the number and height of the cake layers. For example, for a three-layer cake with each layer 3 cm high, three sets of sliding plates 15 and sliding sleeves 10 are installed and fixed at heights of 1.5 cm, 4.5 cm, and 7.5 cm from the placement surface 1 (in the middle of each layer), respectively, and locked using adjusting bolt holes 13 and bolts. The telescopic controller 8 is activated, extending the telescopic cylinder group 9. The sliding plate 15 drives the clamping block 18 closer to mold 6. The clamping block 18 contacts the outer wall of the mold, and the anti-slip particles 20 increase friction to clamp the mold. The pressure sensor 22 monitors the clamping pressure in real time. When the preset threshold (0.5-1 kg, adjusted according to cake hardness) is reached, a stop signal is sent to the telescopic controller 8 via the built-in Bluetooth chip, halting the forward movement. The patch vibration motor 21 starts, generating high-frequency vibration (100-200Hz, amplitude 0.5-1 mm), which is transmitted to the mold wall 6 through the clamping block 18. At this time, the turntable 12 drives the mold 6 to rotate at a low speed (5-10 rpm recommended), so that the vibration is evenly applied to the mold, reducing the friction between the cake and the mold around the entire circumference. This ensures that not only the two sides of the clamping block are loosened, but the entire inner wall of the mold is separated from the cake. The vibration lasts for 3-5 seconds without damaging the cake structure. After the mold is loosened, the lifting cylinder group 4 is activated, and the top plate 5 slowly rises from the bottom of the top opening 11 (1-2 cm / s), contacts the bottom layer of the cake and lifts it up. The mold is fixed by the clamping block 18, and the top plate 5 pushes the cake up as a whole. Each layer separates from the top edge of the mold in turn. The position of the sliding sleeve 10 is aligned with the middle of each layer to ensure that the clamping block 18 provides support and prevents deformation between layers. The top plate 5 is raised to the total height of the cake (e.g., 9 cm for three layers) and then stops. The cake is completely removed from the mold and remains on the top plate 5. The vibration motor 21 is turned off, the telescopic cylinder group 9 is retracted, the clamping block 18 releases the mold, and the user removes the cake.

[0038] Additional details include: Vibration motor 21 is a surface-mount micro motor with low power consumption (approximately 0.5W), powered by a battery via sliding sleeve 10. Vibration frequency and duration are controlled by a built-in chip (preset 3-5 seconds, automatically stopping if exceeded). Vibration is transmitted through the metal mold, combined with the rotation of turntable 12, ensuring even loosening of the mold throughout, especially effective for frozen or sticky cakes. To prevent over-vibration, pressure sensor 22 is linked to motor 21; if abnormal clamping force is detected (e.g., cake deformation), vibration immediately stops. The air supply for telescopic cylinder group 9 and lifting cylinder group 4 is provided by an external compressor, with air pressure stabilized at 0.4-0.6MPa to ensure smooth operation. If the cake is soft, the speed of the top plate 5 can be reduced and the vibration time extended (e.g., 5-8 seconds) to ensure smooth demolding. It should be noted that, to save costs, some drive mechanisms in this equipment can be manually operated. This equipment is primarily used for large-volume cake production, thus saving time.

[0039] In summary:

[0040] 1. This multi-functional cake layering demolding device cleverly combines a lifting cylinder assembly, a top material plate, and a vibration clamping system to achieve efficient and precise demolding of multi-layer cakes, making it particularly suitable for movable molds with detachable bottoms. The device centers on the placement plate 1, with the turntable 12 rotating the mold in conjunction with the vibration of the clamping blocks 18, ensuring even separation of the cake from the mold around its entire circumference, solving the problems of adhesion or insufficient loosening in traditional demolding methods. The height-adjustable design of the sliding plate 15 and sliding sleeve 10 flexibly adapts to cakes of different layer heights. The linkage control of the pressure sensor 22 and the vibration motor 21 ensures the accuracy of clamping force and vibration, preventing cake deformation. The power module supplies power to the clamping blocks via magnetic wireless charging, resulting in a compact structure and convenient operation. Details such as the silicone pad on the top material plate 5, anti-slip particles 20, and the adjustable speed turntable 12 further enhance the stability of demolding and the integrity of the cake. This device is not only technologically innovative but also practical, providing an efficient solution for multi-layer cake demolding.

[0041] 2. This multi-functional cake layering and demolding device provides a time-saving and labor-saving demolding solution for the mass production needs of multi-layer cakes. It is suitable for frozen or sticky cakes with removable bottom molds. The device achieves full-circumference mold loosening through the coordinated action of the rotating turntable 12 and the vibrating clamping block 18. Combined with the lifting cylinder group 4 driving the top plate 5 to smoothly lift the cake, ensuring complete separation of each layer, it is particularly suitable for dessert shops or industrial production. The height of the sliding sleeve 10 is adjustable, and multiple sliding plates 15 can be configured to meet the needs of different cake layers and heights. The intelligent control of the pressure sensor 22 and the vibration motor 21 balances efficiency and cake quality protection. The power system integrates magnetic charging, making operation simple and allowing for manual operation to save costs. Whether for professional baking or mass production, this device can significantly save time and increase yield, possessing high practical value and market potential.

[0042] 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.

[0043] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely preferred examples and are not intended to limit the utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claimed utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A multifunctional cake layer demolding device comprising a placing plate surface (1), characterized in that: The top of the placement plate (1) is provided with a top material opening (11) in the middle. A turntable (12) is installed outside the top material opening (11). The turntable (12) is driven by a motor. A cake mold (6) is placed on the top of the turntable (12). Side plates (7) are attached to both sides of the top of the placement plate (1). Telescopic controllers (8) are installed in the middle of both sides of the side plates (7). Telescopic cylinder groups (9) are connected to the ends of the telescopic controllers (8). Sliding plates (15) are attached to the ends of the telescopic cylinder groups (9). Rollers (14) are installed at the bottom of the sliding plates (15). Sliding sleeves (10) are slidably connected to the inner side of the sliding plates (15). A connecting seat (16) is provided in the middle of the front side of the sliding sleeve (10). A clamping block (18) is attached to the end of the connecting seat (16). A plug (19) is provided on the back of the clamping block (18). A connecting port (17) is provided inside the connecting seat (16).

2. The multifunctional cake layering and demolding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Adjustment bolt holes (13) are provided on both sides of the sliding plate (15) and both sides of the sliding sleeve plate (10). The sliding plate (15) and the sliding sleeve plate (10) are fixed together by bolts.

3. The multifunctional cake layering and demolding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plug (19) and the connector (17) are both cross-shaped and fit each other, and the clamp (18) is arc-shaped.

4. The multifunctional cake layering and demolding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Anti-slip particles (20) are provided on both sides of the clamp (18), and a pressure sensor (22) is provided in the middle of the clamp (18). Patch vibration motors (21) are installed on both sides of the clamp (18) near the pressure sensor (22).

5. A multifunctional cake layering and demolding device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the placement plate (1) is provided with support legs (2) on both sides. The bottom of the support legs (2) is equipped with a base plate (3). The top of the base plate (3) is equipped with a lifting cylinder assembly (4). The top of the lifting cylinder assembly (4) is threadedly connected to a top material plate (5). The top material plate (5) is located at the bottom of the top material opening (11).

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