Chinese herbal medicine feed additive mixing device

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of feed mixing devices, and more particularly to a device for uniformly mixing Chinese herbal feed additives. The technical solution is as follows: The device for uniformly mixing Chinese herbal feed additives includes a base, a supporting frame, a mixing chamber, a first feed end, and a second feed end. It also includes a crushing roller, a mixing roller, a belt, a first motor, and a second motor. Two sets of crushing rollers are symmetrically distributed front and rear and mounted on the inner wall of the first feed end. This utility model uses the second motor to drive a fourth gear to rotate the two crushing rollers, which can perform pre-crushing treatment on the additives entering the first feed end to improve the degree of pulverization. The first motor drives a first turntable to drive a belt-driven second turntable to rotate, which in turn drives a third gear to drive two sets of second gears to drive two sets of mixing rollers to fully perform secondary mixing of the additives and Chinese herbal feed entering the mixing chamber from the first and second feed ends.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of feed mixing devices, specifically relating to a device for uniformly mixing Chinese herbal medicine feed additives. Background Technology

[0002] A herbal feed additive uniform mixing device is a device used to add herbal medicines to animal feed to improve animal health, enhance feed quality, or promote growth. Such devices typically need to have good mixing effect, be easy to operate, and have low energy consumption.

[0003] Traditional feed mixing devices are mostly roller mixing structures. While they can thoroughly mix large-volume herbal feeds, their effectiveness decreases when dealing with smaller additives. Furthermore, some additives do not pulverize well when added to the mixing device, making it difficult for the mixing structure to fully mix them with the herbal feeds.

[0004] Therefore, in order to address the problem that the existing feed mixing devices are not effective in mixing additives and traditional Chinese medicine feeds, a device for uniformly mixing traditional Chinese medicine feed additives has been developed. By adding an additive pretreatment structure and a belt drive structure to the feed mixing device, the additives and traditional Chinese medicine feeds can be fully mixed. Utility Model Content

[0005] To overcome the problem that existing feed mixing devices are not very effective when mixing additives and traditional Chinese medicine feeds.

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: a uniform mixing device for Chinese herbal medicine feed additives, including a base, a supporting frame, a mixing box, a first feeding end and a second feeding end, and also including a crushing roller, a mixing roller, a belt, a first motor and a second motor. Two sets of crushing rollers are rotatably installed on the inner wall of the first feeding end, symmetrically distributed front and back. The right end of the crushing roller passes through the outer wall of the first feeding end and is fixedly connected to a first gear. A fourth gear is arranged between the two sets of first gears and meshes with the first gear. The fourth gear is installed on the output end of the second motor. Two sets of mixing rollers are rotatably installed on the inner wall of the mixing box, symmetrically distributed front and back. Equally spaced stirring blades are installed around the surface of the mixing rollers. The left end of the mixing roller passes through the outer wall of the mixing box and is fixedly connected to a second gear. A third gear is installed between the two sets of second gears and meshes with the second gear. A second turntable is fixedly connected to the right end of the third gear through a connecting column. A belt is arranged on the outer wall of the second turntable. A first turntable is arranged on the inner wall of one end of the belt. The first turntable is installed on the output end of the first motor.

[0007] Preferably, a support frame is fixed to the upper center of the base, and the mixing box is installed on the inner wall of the support frame.

[0008] Preferably, the upper end of the mixing box is fixedly connected to a second feed end and a first feed end that are symmetrically distributed front and back, and the upper ends of the second feed end and the first feed end are respectively fixedly connected to a first feed hopper and a second feed hopper.

[0009] Preferably, the lower end of the mixing box is fixedly connected to the discharge end, and the lower end of the supporting frame is fixedly connected to the splash guard.

[0010] Preferably, a motor frame is fixed to the right edge of the support frame, and the first motor is installed inside the motor frame.

[0011] Preferably, a second protective shell is installed on the right end of the first feed end, and the second motor is installed in the hole on the second protective shell.

[0012] Preferably, a first protective shell is installed on the left end of the mixing box, and a third gear is rotatably installed inside the first protective shell. The first and second protective shells respectively cover the belt, the first turntable, the second turntable, the second gear, the third gear, the first gear, and the fourth gear.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] 1. The second motor drives the fourth gear to rotate the two crushing rollers, which can crush the additives entering the first feed end to improve the degree of powdering of the additives. The first motor drives the first turntable to drive the belt-driven second turntable to rotate, which drives the third gear to drive two sets of second gears to drive two sets of mixing rollers to fully mix the additives and Chinese herbal feeds entering the mixing box from the first feed end and the second feed end.

[0015] 2. The transmission structure consisting of the first motor, the first turntable, the belt, and the second turntable can greatly reduce its failure rate and improve its ease of maintenance. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural schematic of the herbal feed additive uniform mixing device of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural breakdown of the herbal feed additive uniform mixing device of this utility model.

[0018] Figure 3 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural breakdown of the base, motor frame, support frame, and splash guard of the herbal feed additive uniform mixing device of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 4The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural breakdown of the mixing box, first feed end, second feed end, discharge end, first feed hopper, second feed hopper, crushing roller and first gear of the uniform mixing device for herbal feed additives of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 5 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural breakdown of the mixing roller, second gear, first motor, first turntable, belt, second turntable, and third gear of the herbal feed additive uniform mixing device of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 6 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional disassembled view of the first protective shell of the herbal feed additive uniform mixing device of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 7 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional disassembled view of the second protective shell, the second motor, and the fourth gear of the herbal feed additive uniform mixing device of this utility model.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1-base, 2-supporting frame, 3-mixing box, 4-first feed end, 5-second feed end, 6-splash shield, 7-motor frame, 8-discharge end, 9-first feed hopper, 10-crushing roller, 11-first gear, 12-second feed hopper, 13-mixing roller, 14-second gear, 15-first motor, 16-first turntable, 17-belt, 18-second turntable, 19-third gear, 20-first protective shell, 21-second protective shell, 22-second motor, 23-fourth gear. Detailed Implementation

[0024] A herbal feed additive uniform mixing device is used to add herbal medicines to animal feed to improve animal health, enhance feed quality, or promote growth. Such devices typically require good mixing performance, ease of operation, and low energy consumption. The following are some key design elements and working principles of a herbal feed additive uniform mixing device:

[0025] 1. Mixing method

[0026] High-speed rotary mixing: Herbal powder and feed are thoroughly mixed using a high-speed rotating agitator. Common equipment includes V-type mixers, three-dimensional mixers, and trough mixers. Spiral mixing: Herbs and feed are evenly mixed using a spiral propeller or agitator.

[0027] 2. Equipment type

[0028] V-type mixer: This equipment has a simple structure and can effectively mix different granular materials. It ensures that the material flows freely in space through the rotation of two V-shaped nozzles, thereby improving the mixing effect. Three-dimensional mixer: This equipment can stir materials in multiple directions, achieving a more uniform mixing effect. It is suitable for mixing feeds and herbs with large differences in specific gravity and viscosity. Trough mixer: Primarily suitable for powdery materials, the trough-shaped container is equipped with a stirring paddle to ensure uniform mixing of the materials.

[0029] 3. Blending Effects

[0030] Uniformity: Uniform mixing of herbal feed additives is crucial. Uneven mixing will prevent the herbs from exerting their full effect and may even harm the animal's health. Mixing time and speed: The speed of the equipment and the mixing time directly affect the mixing effect. Typically, these parameters need to be adjusted based on the characteristics of the feed and herbs to achieve optimal results.

[0031] 4. Material Selection

[0032] Stainless steel material: To ensure the corrosion resistance and easy cleaning of the equipment, most herbal feed additive mixing devices use stainless steel as the main material. Wear resistance: Because herbs and feed may contain particles or hard materials, the mixing parts of the equipment are usually made of wear-resistant materials to improve the service life of the equipment.

[0033] 5. Automation and Control

[0034] Automatic feeding system: It can realize the quantitative addition of herbal additives, ensuring that the amount of herbs added in each mixing is consistent. PLC control system: Modern mixing equipment is usually equipped with a PLC control system, which can accurately control parameters such as mixing time, speed, and amount of additives, thereby improving production efficiency and mixing quality.

[0035] 6. Application Areas

[0036] Animal feed: This includes feed additives for livestock such as poultry, pigs, and cattle. Herbal additives help boost immunity, promote growth, and improve feed digestion and absorption. Pet food: Some traditional Chinese medicine additives are also used in pet food to improve pets' health and coat quality. Organic agriculture: In organic feed, traditional Chinese medicine is used as a natural additive to meet the requirements of being additive-free and pollution-free.

[0037] 7. Precautions

[0038] Herbal powder particle size: The fineness of the herbal powder affects the mixing effect. Particles that are too large may not mix thoroughly with the feed, affecting the effectiveness of the additive. Uniformity of mixing: During mixing, the herbs and feed must be evenly distributed; otherwise, some animals may not ingest enough of the herbal components.

[0039] 8. Common Problems and Solutions

[0040] Uneven mixing: This may be due to insufficient mixing time, unsuitable equipment speed, or issues with the moisture content and particle size of the herbal powder. This can be resolved by optimizing equipment parameters or pre-treating the herbs. Equipment malfunction: Common malfunctions include damaged mixing paddles and leaks at seals. Regular maintenance and cleaning of the equipment helps extend its lifespan.

[0041] In general, the equipment for uniformly mixing Chinese herbal medicine feed additives not only requires good mixing effect, but also needs to take into account the different characteristics of herbs and feed, and make adjustments according to actual needs.

[0042] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0043] Please see Figures 1-7 This utility model provides an embodiment of a herbal feed additive uniform mixing device, comprising a base 1, a supporting frame 2, a mixing box 3, a first feeding end 4 and a second feeding end 5, and further comprising a crushing roller 10, a mixing roller 13, a belt 17, a first motor 15 and a second motor 22. Two sets of crushing rollers 10 are symmetrically distributed front and rear and rotatably mounted on the inner wall of the first feeding end 4. The right end of the crushing roller 10 passes through the outer wall of the first feeding end 4 and is fixedly connected to a first gear 11. A fourth gear 23 is arranged between the two sets of first gears 11, meshing with the first gear 11. The fourth gear 23 is mounted on the second motor. At the output end of 22, two sets of mixing rollers 13 are symmetrically distributed front and back on the inner wall of the mixing box 3. The surface of the mixing rollers 13 is surrounded by equidistantly distributed stirring blades. The left end of the mixing rollers 13 passes through the outer wall of the mixing box 3 and is fixedly connected to a second gear 14. A third gear 19 is installed between the two sets of second gears 14. The third gear 19 meshes with the second gear 14. The right end of the third gear 19 is fixedly connected to a second turntable 18 through a connecting column. A belt 17 is provided on the outer wall of the second turntable 18. A first turntable 16 is provided on the inner wall of one end of the belt 17. The first turntable 16 is installed on the output end of the first motor 15.

[0044] The second motor 22 drives the fourth gear 23 to rotate the two crushing rollers 10, which can pre-crush the additives entering the first feed end 4 to improve the degree of powdering of the additives. The first motor 15 drives the first turntable 16 to drive the belt 17 to drive the second turntable 18 to rotate, which drives the third gear 19 to drive the two sets of second gears 14 to drive the two sets of mixing rollers 13 to fully mix the additives and Chinese herbal feed entering the mixing box 3 from the first feed end 4 and the second feed end 5. The transmission structure composed of the first motor 15, the first turntable 16, the belt 17, and the second turntable 18 can greatly reduce its failure rate and improve its ease of maintenance.

[0045] Please see Figures 3-4 In this embodiment, a supporting frame 2 is fixedly connected to the upper center of the base 1, and the mixing box 3 is installed on the inner wall of the supporting frame 2. During use, the larger bottom area of ​​the base 1 provides better support for the mixing box 3, thereby improving the stability of the device during use. A second feeding end 5 and a first feeding end 4, symmetrically distributed front and rear, are fixedly connected to the upper end of the mixing box 3. A first feeding hopper 9 and a second feeding hopper 12 are fixedly connected to the upper ends of the second feeding end 5 and the first feeding end 4, respectively. During use, the herbal feed and additives can be fed through the second feeding end 5 and the first feeding end 4, respectively, while the first feeding hopper 9 and the second feeding hopper 12 can assist in the feeding process. A discharge end 8 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the mixing box 3, and a splash guard 6 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the supporting frame 2. During use, the mixed Chinese herbal feed can be output through the discharge end 8, while the splash guard 6 can prevent the Chinese herbal feed from splashing everywhere. The left end of the mixing box 3 is equipped with a first protective shell 20, and the third gear 19 is rotatably installed inside the first protective shell 20. The first protective shell 20 and the second protective shell 21 respectively cover the belt 17, the first turntable 16, the second turntable 18, the second gear 14, the third gear 19, the first gear 11, and the fourth gear 23. During use, the first protective shell 20 and the second protective shell 21 can provide a covering protection for the belt 17, the first turntable 16, the second turntable 18, the second gear 14, the third gear 19, the first gear 11, and the fourth gear 23, so as to improve their stability and service life during operation.

[0046] Please see Figures 3-7 In this embodiment, a motor frame 7 is fixedly connected to the right edge of the support frame 2. The first motor 15 is installed inside the motor frame 7. During use, the first motor 15 can be limited by the motor frame 7. A second protective shell 21 is installed on the right end of the first feed end 4. The second motor 22 is installed in the hole on the second protective shell 21. During use, the second protective shell 21 can limit the second motor 22 to improve its stability during use.

[0047] When in use, the Chinese herbal medicine feed and additives are first poured into the second feed hopper 9 and the first feed hopper 12 respectively, and the second motor 22 drives the fourth gear 23 to drive the two crushing rollers 10 to crush and pre-treat the feed additives.

[0048] Next, the fed Chinese herbal medicine feed and additives are fed into the mixing box 3 through the second feeding end 5 and the first feeding end 4, respectively. The first motor 15 drives the first turntable 16 to drive the belt 17 to drive the second turntable 18 to rotate, so as to drive the third gear 19 to drive the two sets of second gears 14 to drive the two sets of mixing rollers 13 to fully mix the additives and Chinese herbal medicine feed that enter the mixing box 3 from the first feeding end 4 and the second feeding end 5.

[0049] Then, the mixed herbal feed is discharged downwards along the discharge end 8, and is prevented from splashing everywhere by the splash guard 6.

[0050] Through the above steps, the second motor 22 drives the fourth gear 23 to rotate the two crushing rollers 10, which can perform crushing pretreatment on the additives entering the first feed end 4 to improve the degree of powdering of the additives. The first motor 15 drives the first turntable 16 to drive the belt 17 to drive the second turntable 18 to rotate, which drives the third gear 19 to drive the two sets of second gears 14 to drive the two sets of mixing rollers 13 to fully mix the additives and Chinese herbal feed entering the mixing box 3 from the first feed end 4 and the second feed end 5. This solves the problem that the existing feed mixing device has poor effect when mixing additives and Chinese herbal feed.

[0051] The embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

Claims

1. A device for uniformly mixing Chinese herbal medicine feed additives, comprising a base (1), a supporting frame (2), a mixing box (3), a first feed end (4), and a second feed end (5), characterized in that: It also includes a crushing roller (10), a mixing roller (13), a belt (17), a first motor (15), and a second motor (22). Two sets of crushing rollers (10) are symmetrically distributed front and back and mounted on the inner wall of the first feed end (4). The right end of the crushing roller (10) passes through the outer wall of the first feed end (4) and is fixedly connected to a first gear (11). A fourth gear (23) is provided between the two sets of first gears (11). The fourth gear (23) meshes with the first gear (11). The fourth gear (23) is mounted on the output end of the second motor (22). Two sets of mixing rollers (10) are symmetrically distributed front and back and mounted on the inner wall of the mixing box (3). A mixing roller (13) is surrounded by equally spaced stirring blades. The left end of the mixing roller (13) passes through the outer wall of the mixing box (3) and is fixedly connected to a second gear (14). A third gear (19) is installed between the two sets of second gears (14). The third gear (19) meshes with the second gear (14). The right end of the third gear (19) is fixedly connected to a second turntable (18) through a connecting column. A belt (17) is provided on the outer wall of the second turntable (18). A first turntable (16) is provided on the inner wall of one end of the belt (17). The first turntable (16) is installed on the output end of the first motor (15).

2. The herbal feed additive uniform mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A support frame (2) is fixedly connected to the upper center of the base (1), and the mixing box (3) is installed on the inner wall of the support frame (2).

3. The herbal feed additive uniform mixing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper end of the mixing box (3) is fixed with a second feed end (5) and a first feed end (4) symmetrically distributed in front and behind. The upper ends of the second feed end (5) and the first feed end (4) are respectively fixed with a first feed hopper (9) and a second feed hopper (12).

4. The herbal feed additive uniform mixing device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The lower end of the mixing box (3) is fixedly connected to the discharge end (8), and the lower end of the supporting frame (2) is fixedly connected to the splash guard (6).

5. The herbal feed additive uniform mixing device according to claim 4, characterized in that: A motor frame (7) is fixed to the right edge of the support frame (2), and the first motor (15) is installed inside the motor frame (7).

6. The herbal feed additive uniform mixing device according to claim 5, characterized in that: A second protective shell (21) is installed on the right end of the first feed end (4), and the second motor (22) is installed in the hole on the second protective shell (21).

7. The herbal feed additive uniform mixing device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The left end of the mixing box (3) is equipped with a first protective shell (20), and the third gear (19) is rotatably installed inside the first protective shell (20). The first protective shell (20) and the second protective shell (21) respectively cover the belt (17), the first turntable (16), the second turntable (18), the second gear (14), the third gear (19), the first gear (11), and the fourth gear (23).

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