Beef jerky sorting and placing device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a beef jerky sorting and placing device which comprises a support, the support is fixedly connected with a first conveyor, the first conveyor is fixedly connected with a fixing frame, one side of the fixing frame is rotationally connected with a first rotating roller, the other side of the fixing frame is provided with two through grooves, sliding blocks are connected into the through grooves of the fixing frame in a sliding mode, and the first rotating roller and the second rotating roller are arranged on the fixing frame. A through groove is formed in the fixing frame, a fixing rod is fixedly connected into the through groove of the fixing frame, the fixing rod penetrates through the adjacent sliding blocks, springs are fixedly connected between the sliding blocks and the fixing frame, a second rotating roller is rotationally connected between the two sliding blocks, and a sorting belt is arranged between the first rotating roller and the second rotating roller in a winding mode. The electric push rod drives the rolling wheels to press the sorting belt downwards, the distance between the sorting belt and the conveying belt is dynamically adjusted to the height where single-layer beef jerky can pass through, and meanwhile the spring tensioning mechanism automatically maintains belt tension. According to the design, material accumulation is effectively prevented, layer-by-layer tiled conveying of the beef jerky is ensured, and the sorting weight consistency is remarkably improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beef jerky processing technology, and more specifically, it relates to a beef jerky sorting and traying device. Background Technology

[0002] As the second most consumed meat product in China, beef is widely popular for its high protein, low fat, and delicious taste, earning it the title of "the pride of meats." Beef jerky products further concentrate these nutrients, containing essential minerals and amino acids, while retaining the original chewy flavor of beef and exhibiting excellent shelf life.

[0003] Processed beef jerky needs to be sorted into several portions according to weight or mass before it can be sealed into finished beef jerky products. Existing beef jerky sorting devices control the weight of each portion of finished beef jerky through a simple conveyor belt. However, existing devices also have the following problems in the beef jerky sorting process:

[0004] 1. When the number of beef jerky carried by the conveyor belt at one time significantly exceeds its designed processing capacity, it is prone to accumulation and congestion. If the current sorting method continues to be used, due to the poor flow and uneven distribution of materials, the sorted finished beef jerky will eventually have significant weight deviations when quantitatively packaged, directly affecting the consistency and pass rate of product quality.

[0005] 2. Existing sorting equipment lacks a real-time sensing and dynamic response mechanism for the size of individual beef jerky pieces. The equipment cannot automatically adjust sorting parameters based on detected different size specifications. This rigid operating mode makes it difficult to adapt to production needs with significant differences in raw material volume, severely limiting the equipment's versatility and application flexibility.

[0006] 3. After air-drying, beef jerky often has grease seeping out from its surface, along with the shedding of dried debris. These sticky substances and fine particles significantly increase the frequency of equipment cleaning and maintenance and the risk of downtime during sorting and conveying.

[0007] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a beef jerky sorting and plating device. Utility Model Content

[0008] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0009] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a beef jerky sorting and traying device to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art.

[0010] (II) Technical Solution

[0011] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a beef jerky sorting and traying device, comprising a support frame, a conveyor first fixedly connected to the support frame, a motor first fixedly connected to the conveyor first, the output end of the motor first fixedly connected to the input end of the conveyor first, a second conveyor fixedly connected to the support frame, a second motor second fixedly connected to the conveyor second, the output end of the motor second fixedly connected to the input end of the conveyor second, a fixed frame fixedly connected to the conveyor first, a rotating roller first rotatably connected to one side of the fixed frame, two through slots provided on the other side of the fixed frame, a sliding block slidably connected in the through slot of the fixed frame, a fixed rod fixedly connected in the through slot of the fixed frame, the fixed rod passing through an adjacent sliding block, a spring fixedly connected between the sliding block and the fixed frame, a second rotating roller second rotatably connected between the two sliding blocks, a sorting belt wound between the first rotating roller and the second rotating roller, a third motor fixedly connected to the fixed frame, the output shaft of the third motor fixedly connected to the first rotating roller, an adjustment mechanism provided on the fixed frame, and a holding mechanism provided on the second conveyor.

[0012] The present invention is further provided that the outer side of the sorting belt is provided with vertical plates at equal intervals in the circumferential direction.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that the adjusting mechanism includes a support plate, the support plate is fixedly connected to the fixed frame, and the support plate is fixedly connected to two electric push rods, the two electric push rods being fixedly connected to a connecting frame.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that the connecting frame is fixedly connected to two fixed shafts, the fixed shafts are rotatably connected to two rollers, and the sorting belt is wound around the outside of the rollers.

[0015] The present invention is further configured such that the holding mechanism includes mounting seats distributed at equal intervals in the circumferential direction, the mounting seats being fixedly connected to the second conveyor, and the mounting seats being hinged to a holding tray.

[0016] The present invention is further configured such that a torsion spring is fixedly connected between the holding tray and the adjacent mounting base.

[0017] The present invention is further configured such that two fixed seats are fixedly connected to the lower side of the conveyor second, a motor fourth is fixedly connected to the fixed seats, and a pulsating element is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor fourth.

[0018] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a beef jerky sorting and traying device, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] 1. This utility model uses an electric push rod to drive rollers to press down on the sorting belt, dynamically adjusting the distance between the rollers and the conveyor belt to a height that allows a single layer of beef jerky to pass through. Simultaneously, a spring tensioning mechanism automatically maintains belt tension. This design effectively prevents material accumulation, ensures the beef jerky is conveyed layer by layer, and significantly improves the consistency of sorting weight.

[0021] 2. This invention utilizes a sorting conveyor belt with circumferential vertical plates to continuously move the stacked beef jerky, forcing it to flow in a flat, even manner. Combined with a synchronously operating circumferential transfer tray, the beef jerky is precisely placed into each holding unit. This dual-track collaborative mechanism significantly increases the sorting volume per unit time and avoids efficiency bottlenecks caused by manual intervention.

[0022] 3. This utility model uses a torsion spring mechanism to keep the tray vertical throughout the conveying process, ensuring no material spillage. At the end, a motor-driven actuating component strikes a fixed column, triggering high-frequency shaking of the tray to actively dislodge attached grease and debris. This design maintains continuous equipment operation while solving the problem of downtime for cleaning caused by grease contamination. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a front structural diagram of a beef jerky sorting and traying device according to the present invention.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the conveyor and sorting belt in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a side view of the conveyor and the holding tray in this utility model.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixed frame and the rotating roller in this utility model;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the roller in this utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the holding tray and the torsion spring in this utility model;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the motor and the actuating component in this utility model.

[0030] In the diagram: 1. Support frame; 2. Conveyor 1; 3. Motor 1; 4. Conveyor 2; 5. Motor 2; 6. Fixed frame; 7. Rotating roller 1; 8. Sliding block; 9. Fixed rod; 10. Spring; 11. Rotating roller 2; 12. Sorting belt; 13. Motor 3; 14. Support plate; 15. Electric push rod; 16. Connecting frame; 17. Fixed shaft; 18. Roller; 19. Mounting base; 20. Placing tray; 21. Torsion spring; 22. Fixed column; 23. Fixed base; 24. Motor 4; 25. Actuating element. Detailed Implementation

[0031] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0032] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0033] In this utility model, unless otherwise stated, the orientations used, such as "up" and "down", usually refer to the direction shown in the accompanying drawings, or to the vertical, perpendicular, or gravitational direction; similarly, for ease of understanding and description, "left" and "right" usually refer to the left and right shown in the accompanying drawings; "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of each component itself, but the above directional terms are not used to limit this utility model.

[0034] Please see Figures 1-7 A beef jerky sorting and traying device includes a support frame 1, a conveyor 2 fixedly connected to the support frame 1, a motor 3 fixedly connected to the conveyor 2, the output end of the motor 3 being fixedly connected to the input end of the conveyor 2, a second conveyor 4 fixedly connected to the support frame 1, a second motor 5 fixedly connected to the second conveyor 4, the output end of the second motor 5 being fixedly connected to the input end of the second conveyor 4, a fixed frame 6 fixedly connected to the conveyor 2, a rotating roller 7 rotatably connected to one side of the fixed frame 6, and two through slots provided on the other side of the fixed frame 6, with sliding rollers slidably connected within the through slots of the fixed frame 6. A fixed rod 9 is fixedly connected to the through groove of the moving block 8 and the fixed frame 6. The fixed rod 9 passes through the adjacent sliding block 8. A spring 10 is fixedly connected between the sliding block 8 and the fixed frame 6. A rotating roller 11 is rotatably connected between the two sliding blocks 8. A sorting belt 12 is wound between the rotating roller 7 and the rotating roller 11. A motor 13 is fixedly connected to the fixed frame 6. The output shaft of the motor 13 is fixedly connected to the rotating roller 7. The fixed frame 6 is equipped with an adjustment mechanism. The conveyor 4 is equipped with a holding mechanism. Vertical plates with equal circumferential spacing are provided on the outer side of the sorting belt 12.

[0035] Please see Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 The adjustment mechanism includes a support plate 14, which is fixed to a fixed frame 6. Two electric push rods 15 are fixed to the support plate 14, and a connecting frame 16 is fixed to the two electric push rods 15. The connecting frame 16 is fixed to two fixed shafts 17, and two rollers 18 are rotatably connected to the fixed shafts 17. The sorting belt 12 is wrapped around the outside of the rollers 18.

[0036] Please see Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 7The holding mechanism includes circumferentially spaced mounting seats 19, which are fixed to the conveyor 4. The mounting seats 19 are hinged to the holding tray 20. A torsion spring 21 is fixed between the holding tray 20 and the adjacent mounting seat 19. Two fixed seats 23 are fixed to the lower side of the conveyor 4. A motor 24 is fixed to the fixed seat 23. A pulsating element is fixed to the output end of the motor 24.

[0037] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: Before use, two electric push rods 15 are activated. The telescopic ends of the electric push rods 15 drive the rollers 18 to move downward through the connecting frame 16. The rollers 18 press down on the sorting belt 12, adjusting the distance between the sorting belt 12 and the conveyor 2 to allow a beef jerky to pass through. During the above process, the sorting belt 12 presses the rotating roller 11, which drives the sliding block 8 to slide along the fixed shaft 17. The spring 10 is compressed, thereby ensuring that the sorting belt 12 is in a taut state.

[0038] Then, start motors 3, 5, and 13, and place the beef jerky on conveyor 2. Motor 3 drives conveyor 2 to transport the beef jerky to the right. Motor 5 drives conveyor 4 to rotate the holding tray 20 circumferentially. Motor 13 drives rotating roller 7 to rotate circumferentially. Rotating roller 7 drives sorting belt 12 to rotate clockwise along roller 18 and rotating roller 11. The vertical plate of sorting belt 12 moves the piled beef jerky, causing the beef jerky to be spread flat on conveyor 2 and transported to the right. Then the beef jerky falls into the holding tray 20, so that the amount entering each holding tray 20 is similar.

[0039] During the process of conveyor 24 driving the tray 20 to the right, the tray 20 remains vertical under the action of torsion spring 21. When the tray 20 moves to the far right of conveyor 24, it pours out the beef jerky for further processing. Then, the two motors 44 are started. The output end of the motors 44 drives the actuating component 25 to rotate circumferentially. The actuating component 25 actuates the fixed column 22, causing the tray 20 to swing back and forth on the mounting base 19, thereby cleaning the beef jerky fragments in the tray 20.

[0040] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving the connection between two components can be selected according to the actual situation, such as welding, bolt and nut connection, bolt or screw connection, or other known connection methods, which will not be elaborated here. For all the fixed connections mentioned above, welding is preferred. Although embodiments of this utility model have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this utility model. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A beef jerky sorting and traying device, comprising a support frame (1), characterized in that: The support (1) is fixedly connected to a first conveyor (2), and the first conveyor (2) is fixedly connected to a first motor (3). The output end of the first motor (3) is fixedly connected to the input end of the first conveyor (2). The support (1) is fixedly connected to a second conveyor (4), and the second conveyor (4) is fixedly connected to a second motor (5). The output end of the second motor (5) is fixedly connected to the input end of the second conveyor (4). A fixed frame (6) is fixedly connected to the first conveyor (2). A rotating roller (7) is rotatably connected to one side of the fixed frame (6). Two through slots are provided on the other side of the fixed frame (6). A sliding connection is made in the through slot of the fixed frame (6). A sliding block (8) is fixedly connected to a fixed rod (9) in the through groove of the fixed frame (6). The fixed rod (9) passes through the adjacent sliding block (8). A spring (10) is fixedly connected between the sliding block (8) and the fixed frame (6). A rotating roller (11) is rotatably connected between the two sliding blocks (8). A sorting belt (12) is wound between the rotating roller (7) and the rotating roller (11). A motor (13) is fixedly connected to the fixed frame (6). The output shaft of the motor (13) is fixedly connected to the rotating roller (7). The fixed frame (6) is provided with an adjustment mechanism. The conveyor (4) is provided with a holding mechanism.

2. The beef jerky sorting and traying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer side of the sorting belt (12) is provided with vertical plates spaced at equal intervals in the circumference.

3. The beef jerky sorting and traying device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The adjustment mechanism includes a support plate (14), which is fixed to the fixed frame (6). The support plate (14) is fixed to two electric push rods (15), and the two electric push rods (15) are fixed to a connecting frame (16).

4. The beef jerky sorting and traying device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting frame (16) is fixed to two fixed shafts (17), and the fixed shafts (17) are rotatably connected to two rollers (18). The sorting belt (12) is wrapped around the outside of the rollers (18).

5. The beef jerky sorting and traying device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The holding mechanism includes mounting seats (19) distributed circumferentially at equal intervals. The mounting seats (19) are fixed to the second conveyor (4). The mounting seats (19) are hinged to a holding tray (20).

6. The beef jerky sorting and traying device according to claim 5, characterized in that: A torsion spring (21) is fixed between the tray (20) and the adjacent mounting base (19).

7. A beef jerky sorting and traying device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The lower side of the second conveyor (4) has two fixed seats (23), and the fixed seats (23) are fixed to the fourth motor (24). The output end of the fourth motor (24) is fixed to a pulsating element.

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