A discharge transfer device for curd tanks

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of cheese processing technology and discloses a discharge and transfer device for a curd tank. It includes a base frame, casters at the bottom of the base frame, a limiting frame fixedly installed at the end of the base frame away from the casters, and a transfer box fixedly installed at the end of the base frame near the limiting frame. A guide plate with a triangular cross-section is fixedly installed inside the transfer box at the end away from the base frame. A discharge pipe communicating with the transfer box is provided at one end of the transfer box. This discharge and transfer device for curd tanks, through the design of the inclined guide plate, allows the internal material to tend towards one side of the discharge pipe, facilitating rapid discharge and preventing filtered material from remaining inside the transfer box, thus avoiding raw material waste. The entire device can be moved by a connecting rod, and with the design of the bushing, multi-angle rotation can be achieved, easily adapting to different pushing directions and improving its practicality.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cheese processing technology, specifically to a discharge and transfer device for a curd tank. Background Technology

[0002] In the production process of fresh milk cheese, raw milk undergoes homogenization, pasteurization, fermentation, and whey removal by pressing. Sugar is added and the mixture is stirred into a dough-like semi-finished cheese product. This is then molded and demolded to obtain whole blocks of cheese, which are then cut into blocks by a cheese block cutter. The cut cheese blocks are then subjected to high-temperature sterilization and drying to obtain the finished cheese product. The whey removal process involves placing the mixture of curd and whey, after defatting and fermentation with added bacteria, into a gauze bag and transferring it to a press for pressing and separation. The lower part of the discharge pipe is usually equipped with a support platform, on which a collection tank is opened. A filter plate is installed in the collection tank. Before pressing, workers place the gauze bag in the tank; one person holds the opening open while another opens the valve on the discharge pipe of the fermentation tank. The curd and whey mixture enters the gauze bag. After bagging, the gauze bag is manually transferred to the press for pressing, thus requiring a transfer device.

[0003] Chinese Utility Model Patent Publication No. CN214991524U discloses a discharge transfer device for a curd fermentation tank. This device first places a gauze bag into a filter box, securing the opening of the gauze bag to the filter box using fasteners. Then, the transfer device is pushed to the lower part of the discharge pipe of the curd fermentation tank, and the discharge valve of the curd fermentation tank is opened, allowing the mixture of curd and whey to enter the gauze bag. After discharge, the fasteners on the gauze bag and the squeeze plate are opened, and the squeeze plate is flipped to squeeze the curd inside the gauze bag, completing the initial separation of whey. However, although this discharge transfer device for curd fermentation tank can achieve filtration, it lacks a guiding structure for the discharge, resulting in filtered material remaining inside the transfer box during discharge, leading to material waste and poor practicality. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a discharge transfer device for curd tanks, which can effectively solve the problems in the prior art.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a discharge transfer device for a curd tank, including a base frame, a universal wheel at the bottom of the base frame, a limit frame fixedly installed at the other end of the base frame away from the universal wheel, a transfer box fixedly installed at the end of the base frame near the limit frame, a guide plate with a triangular cross-section fixedly installed at the end of the transfer box away from the base frame and inside the transfer box, a discharge pipe communicating with the transfer box at one end of the transfer box, the height of the end of the guide plate away from the discharge pipe being higher than the end of the guide plate near the discharge pipe, and handle assemblies provided on both sides of the base frame away from the center line;

[0006] The handle assembly includes a limiting plate, which is inserted into the bottom frame. A positioning ring is fixedly installed at the other end of the limiting plate away from the bottom frame. A connecting block is rotatably installed at the other end of the positioning ring away from the limiting plate. A connecting rod is fixedly installed at the other end of the connecting block away from the positioning ring.

[0007] Preferably, a bushing is provided at one end of the connecting block near the positioning ring, and the limiting plate is adapted to the bottom frame.

[0008] With the above technical solution, when installing the handle assembly, the limiting plate can be inserted into the corresponding profile groove of the bottom frame to realize the installation of the handle assembly. Then, when pushing the overall transfer device, the whole can be moved by the connecting rod. With the design of the bushing, multi-angle rotation can be realized, which can easily adapt to different pushing directions.

[0009] Preferably, the transfer box is equipped with a filter screen inside, and a positioning cloth and an outer edge cloth are provided at the other end of the filter screen away from the transfer box. The filter screen, the positioning cloth and the outer edge cloth are an integral structure.

[0010] Through the above technical solution, by cooperating with the positioning cloth and the outer edge cloth, when filtering, the coagulated milk falls into the transfer box through the feed flange, enters the bottom after being filtered by the filter screen, and then the positioning cloth cooperates with the positioning column to prevent the filter screen from shifting, thus ensuring the filtration effect. The outer edge cloth can improve its strength and prevent it from being easily damaged.

[0011] Preferably, the transfer box has a top cover at the end away from the bottom frame, a positioning hook is fixedly installed at the end of the top cover away from the transfer box, and a buckle adapted to the positioning hook is provided on the outer surface of the transfer box.

[0012] By using the above technical solution, through the design of positioning hooks and buckles, the top cover is aligned with the opening of the transfer box, the sealing gasket is embedded in the limiting groove, and the positioning hook is pressed to make it snap into the buckle on the outside of the transfer box, locking the top cover. This can prevent dust and other contaminants from entering the interior and causing pollution during transportation.

[0013] Preferably, the positioning hooks and buckles are provided in two identical sets, with two identical positioning hooks and buckles in each set, and the two sets of positioning hooks and buckles are symmetrically distributed about the center line of the transfer box.

[0014] The above technical solution provides uniform locking force through symmetrically distributed buckles and positioning hooks, preventing the top cover from shifting and leaking material. Furthermore, the combination of buckles and positioning hooks allows for quick and easy disassembly, facilitating the replacement of internal components.

[0015] Preferably, a limiting groove is provided at the other end of the transfer box away from the bottom frame, and a sealing gasket adapted to the limiting groove is fixedly installed at the end of the top cover near the transfer box. The sealing gasket is adapted to the positioning cloth, and a positioning post adapted to the positioning cloth is fixedly installed at the other end of the transfer box away from the bottom frame.

[0016] Through the above technical solution, the sealing gasket and the positioning cloth can form a sealing structure with the sealing gasket and the limiting groove, which can prevent the curd from spilling or contaminating during the transfer process. At the same time, the design of the positioning column and the sealing gasket can limit and position the positioning cloth, which can seal the top cover and press the positioning cloth to prevent the material from overflowing from the edge during the filtration process.

[0017] Preferably, the top cover is provided with a feed flange at the end away from the bottom frame, the discharge pipe is provided with a solenoid valve at one end, and the flange at the other end of the discharge pipe away from the transfer box is connected to an end cover.

[0018] With the above technical solution, when feeding, the outlet of the curd tank is connected to the feed flange through a flange connection. The tank valve is opened to inject curd. After being transferred to the designated position, the solenoid valve of the discharge pipe is opened, and the curd is discharged through the end cap interface. When no discharge is required, the discharge pipe is closed through the end cap to prevent contamination.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a discharge transfer device for curd tanks, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] 1. This discharge transfer device for curd tanks, through the design of the inclined guide plate, can make the internal material tend to one side of the discharge pipe, which can facilitate rapid discharge and avoid the residue of filtered material in the transfer box, thus avoiding waste of raw materials. The whole can be moved by the connecting rod, and with the design of the bushing, it can achieve multi-angle rotation, which can easily adapt to different pushing directions and improve its practicality.

[0021] 2. This discharge transfer device for curd tanks, through the cooperation of the sealing gasket and the positioning cloth, can make the sealing gasket and the limiting groove form a sealing structure to avoid curd spillage or contamination during the transfer process. At the same time, with the design of the positioning column and the sealing gasket, it can limit and position the positioning cloth, which can seal the top cover and press the positioning cloth to prevent the material from overflowing from the edge during the filtration process. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled structure of the top cover and transfer box of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the transfer box of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembled handle assembly of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention.

[0028] The components are as follows: 1. Base frame; 2. Casters; 3. Limiting frame; 4. Transfer box; 5. Discharge pipe; 6. End cap; 7. Solenoid valve; 8. Guide plate; 9. Filter screen; 10. Positioning cloth; 11. Outer edge cloth; 12. Top cover; 13. Feed flange; 14. Positioning hook; 15. Buckle; 16. Handle assembly; 1601. Limiting plate; 1602. Positioning ring; 1603. Connecting block; 1604. Bushing; 1605. Connecting rod; 17. Positioning post; 18. Limiting groove; 19. Sealing gasket. 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] Example 1: As Figure 1-6As shown, the present invention provides a discharge transfer device for a curd tank, including a base frame 1, a caster wheel 2 at the bottom of the base frame 1, a limit frame 3 fixedly installed at the other end of the base frame 1 away from the caster wheel 2, a transfer box 4 fixedly installed at the end of the base frame 1 near the limit frame 3, a guide plate 8 with a triangular cross-section fixedly installed at the end of the transfer box 4 away from the base frame 1 and inside the transfer box 4, a discharge pipe 5 communicating with the transfer box 4 at one end of the transfer box 4, the height of the end of the guide plate 8 away from the discharge pipe 5 being higher than the end of the guide plate 8 near the discharge pipe 5, and handle assemblies 16 provided on both sides of the base frame 1 away from the center line.

[0031] The handle assembly 16 includes a limiting plate 1601, which is plugged into the bottom frame 1. A positioning ring 1602 is fixedly installed at the other end of the limiting plate 1601 away from the bottom frame 1. A connecting block 1603 is rotatably installed at the other end of the positioning ring 1602 away from the limiting plate 1601. A connecting rod 1605 is fixedly installed at the other end of the connecting block 1603 away from the positioning ring 1602.

[0032] Specifically, a bushing 1604 is provided at one end of the connecting block 1603 near the positioning ring 1602, and the limiting plate 1601 is adapted to the bottom frame 1. The advantage is that when installing the handle assembly 16, the limiting plate 1601 can be inserted into the corresponding profile groove of the bottom frame 1 to realize the installation of the handle assembly 16. Then, when pushing the overall transfer device, the whole can be moved by the connecting rod 1605. With the design of the bushing 1604, multi-angle rotation can be realized, which can easily adapt to different pushing directions.

[0033] Specifically, the transfer box 4 is equipped with a filter screen 9. At the other end of the filter screen 9 away from the transfer box 4, there is a positioning cloth 10 and an outer edge cloth 11. The filter screen 9, the positioning cloth 10, and the outer edge cloth 11 are integrated into one structure. The advantage is that, through the cooperation of the positioning cloth 10 and the outer edge cloth 11, when filtering, the coagulated milk falls into the transfer box 4 through the feed flange 13, enters the bottom after being filtered by the filter screen 9, and then the positioning cloth 10 cooperates with the positioning column 17 to prevent the filter screen 9 from shifting, thus ensuring the filtering effect. The outer edge cloth 11 can improve its strength and prevent it from being easily damaged.

[0034] Specifically, a top cover 12 is provided at the other end of the transfer box 4 away from the bottom frame 1. A positioning hook 14 is fixedly installed at the end of the top cover 12 away from the transfer box 4. A buckle 15 adapted to the positioning hook 14 is provided on the outer surface of the transfer box 4. The advantage is that, through the design of the positioning hook 14 and the buckle 15, the top cover 12 is aligned with the opening of the transfer box 4, so that the sealing gasket 19 is embedded in the limiting groove 18. The positioning hook 14 is pressed down to make it snap into the buckle 15 on the outside of the transfer box 4, locking the top cover 12. This can prevent dust and other contaminants from entering the interior during transportation.

[0035] Example 2: Figure 2-6 As shown, this is an improvement on the previous embodiment.

[0036] Specifically, there are two identical sets of positioning hooks 14 and buckles 15, with two identical sets in each set. The two sets of positioning hooks 14 and buckles 15 are symmetrically distributed about the center line of the transfer box 4. The advantage is that the symmetrically distributed buckles 15 and positioning hooks 14 provide uniform locking force, preventing the top cover 12 from shifting and leaking material. Furthermore, the cooperation between the buckles 15 and positioning hooks 14 allows for quick disassembly and easy replacement of internal components.

[0037] Specifically, a limiting groove 18 is provided at the other end of the transfer box 4 away from the bottom frame 1. A sealing gasket 19 adapted to the limiting groove 18 is fixedly installed at the end of the top cover 12 near the transfer box 4. The sealing gasket 19 is adapted to the positioning cloth 10. A positioning post 17 adapted to the positioning cloth 10 is fixedly installed at the other end of the transfer box 4 away from the bottom frame 1. The advantage is that, through the cooperation of the sealing gasket 19 and the positioning cloth 10, the sealing gasket 19 and the limiting groove 18 can form a sealing structure, avoiding the spillage or contamination of curd during the transfer process. At the same time, with the design of the positioning post 17 and the sealing gasket 19, the positioning cloth 10 can be limited and positioned, which can seal the top cover 12 and press the positioning cloth 10 to prevent the material from overflowing from the edge during the filtration process.

[0038] Specifically, the top cover 12 is provided with a feed flange 13 at the end away from the bottom frame 1, and a solenoid valve 7 is provided at one end of the discharge pipe 5. The other end of the discharge pipe 5 away from the transfer box 4 is connected to an end cover 6 via a flange. The advantage is that when feeding, the discharge port of the condensate tank is connected to the feed flange 13 through the flange, the tank valve is opened to inject condensate, and after being transferred to the designated position, the solenoid valve 7 of the discharge pipe 5 is opened, and the condensate is discharged through the end cover 6 interface. When there is no need to discharge, the discharge pipe 5 is closed through the end cover 6 to prevent contamination.

[0039] Working principle: During feeding, the outlet of the curd tank is connected to the inlet flange 13 via a flange connection. The tank valve is opened to inject curd. After being transferred to the designated position, the solenoid valve 7 of the discharge pipe 5 is opened, and the curd is discharged through the end cap 6 interface. When no discharge is needed, the discharge pipe 5 is closed through the end cap 6 to prevent contamination. Through the cooperation of the sealing gasket 19 and the positioning cloth 10, the sealing gasket 19 and the limiting groove 18 can form a sealing structure to prevent curd from spilling or contaminating during the transfer process. At the same time, the design of the positioning column 17 and the sealing gasket 19 can ensure positioning. The cloth 10 serves as a limit and positioner, ensuring the top cover 12 is sealed while simultaneously pressing the positioning cloth 10 to prevent material from overflowing from the edges during filtration. Symmetrically distributed buckles 15 and positioning hooks 14 provide uniform locking force, preventing the top cover 12 from shifting and leaking material. Furthermore, the cooperation of the buckles 15 and positioning hooks 14 allows for quick and easy disassembly, facilitating the replacement of internal components. The design of the positioning hooks 14 and buckles 15 aligns the top cover 12 with the opening of the transfer box 4, allowing the sealing gasket 19 to embed into the limiting groove 18, and then pressing down the positioning... Hook 14 is engaged with buckle 15 on the outside of transfer box 4 to lock top cover 12, preventing dust from entering and causing contamination during transportation. When installing handle assembly 16, limit plate 1601 can be inserted into the corresponding profile groove of bottom frame 1 to install handle assembly 16. Then, when pushing the overall transfer device, the entire device can be moved by connecting rod 1605. With the design of bushing 1604, multi-angle rotation can be achieved, which can easily adapt to different pushing directions. With the cooperation of positioning cloth 10 and outer edge cloth 11, when filtering, the coagulated milk falls into transfer box 4 through feed flange 13, enters the bottom after being filtered by filter screen 9, and then the positioning cloth 10 cooperates with positioning column 17 to prevent filter screen 9 from shifting, ensuring the filtration effect. The outer edge cloth 11 can improve its strength and prevent it from being easily damaged. And with the design of inclined guide plate 8, the internal material can be inclined to the side of discharge pipe 5, which can facilitate rapid discharge and avoid the residue of filtered material inside transfer box 4, thus avoiding waste of raw materials.

[0040] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A discharge transfer device for a curd tank, comprising a base frame (1), a caster wheel (2) provided at the bottom of the base frame (1), a limiting frame (3) fixedly installed at the other end of the base frame (1) away from the caster wheel (2), and a transfer box (4) fixedly installed at the end of the base frame (1) near the limiting frame (3), characterized in that: The transfer box (4) is fixedly installed with a guide plate (8) with a "triangular" cross-section at one end away from the bottom frame (1) and inside the transfer box (4). One end of the transfer box (4) is provided with a discharge pipe (5) that communicates with the transfer box (4). The end of the guide plate (8) away from the discharge pipe (5) is higher than the end of the guide plate (8) close to the discharge pipe (5). Handle assemblies (16) are provided on both sides of the bottom frame (1) away from the center line. The handle assembly (16) includes a limiting plate (1601), which is plugged into the bottom frame (1). A positioning ring (1602) is fixedly installed at the other end of the limiting plate (1) away from the bottom frame (1). A connecting block (1603) is rotatably installed at the other end of the positioning ring (1602) away from the limiting plate (1601). A connecting rod (1605) is fixedly installed at the other end of the connecting block (1603) away from the positioning ring (1602).

2. The discharge transfer device for a curd tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting block (1603) is provided with a bushing (1604) at one end near the positioning ring (1602), and the limiting plate (1601) is adapted to the bottom frame (1).

3. The discharge transfer device for a curd tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transfer box (4) is equipped with a filter screen (9) inside. The other end of the filter screen (9) away from the transfer box (4) is equipped with a positioning cloth (10) and an outer edge cloth (11). The filter screen (9), the positioning cloth (10) and the outer edge cloth (11) are an integral structure.

4. The discharge transfer device for a curd tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transfer box (4) is provided with a top cover (12) at the other end away from the bottom frame (1). A positioning hook (14) is fixedly installed at the end of the top cover (12) away from the transfer box (4). A buckle (15) adapted to the positioning hook (14) is provided on the outer surface of the transfer box (4).

5. A discharge transfer device for a curd tank according to claim 4, characterized in that: The positioning hooks (14) and buckles (15) are provided in two identical sets, and each set of the positioning hooks (14) and buckles (15) is provided with two identical ones. The two sets of positioning hooks (14) and buckles (15) are symmetrically distributed about the center line of the transfer box (4).

6. A discharge transfer device for a curd tank according to claim 4, characterized in that: The transfer box (4) has a limiting groove (18) at the other end away from the bottom frame (1). The top cover (12) is fixedly installed with a sealing gasket (19) that matches the limiting groove (18) at the end near the transfer box (4). The sealing gasket (19) matches the positioning cloth (10). The transfer box (4) is fixedly installed with a positioning post (17) that matches the positioning cloth (10) at the other end away from the bottom frame (1).

7. A discharge transfer device for a curd tank according to claim 6, characterized in that: The top cover (12) is provided with a feed flange (13) at one end away from the bottom frame (1), and a solenoid valve (7) is provided at one end of the discharge pipe (5). The other end of the discharge pipe (5) away from the transfer box (4) is connected to an end cover (6).

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