Sterilization type storage tank for coconut milk production

Abstract

The utility model discloses a sterilization type storage tank for coconut juice production relates to coconut juice production storage technical field, including base frame, the top fixed mounting of base frame has the top ring, the top fixed mounting of top ring has the mounting bracket. The utility model adopts above -mentioned structure, and this device adopts the drive mechanism of setting, makes during use can improve the convenience and the thoroughness of the discharge and overhaul cleaning greatly, when using, opens the discharge valve, and the coconut juice is discharged through the discharge pipe, and then starts electric push rod, can push the movable plate change agitator plate etc. Component position, satisfy the demand of stirring and cleaning, when cleaning, electric push rod drives the related component contraction, makes the stirring mechanism can be extracted from the tank body top opening, only needs to twist the mounting screw, can take out the sealing cover, drive and stirring mechanism whole, simplifies the overhaul process, and electric push rod adopts the conduction slip ring auxiliary power supply, ensures normal power supply when rotating.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of coconut juice production and storage technology, and specifically relates to a sterilization storage tank for coconut juice production. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of coconut juice production and storage, coconut juice sterilization storage tanks play a key role. As containers specifically designed for storing coconut juice, they have sterilization functions and often employ high-temperature sterilization technology, which can effectively kill bacteria and microorganisms in coconut juice, thereby maximizing the freshness and nutritional components of coconut juice, significantly extending the shelf life of coconut juice, and providing an important guarantee for the quality stability of coconut juice products.

[0003] While conventional coconut juice sterilization storage tanks can achieve basic sterilization and storage functions, there are some problems that cannot be ignored. Because coconut juice often contains sediment such as fruit pulp, these sediments are very easy to adhere to the inner wall of the storage tank. If they are not cleaned in time, they will not only affect the hygiene of the storage tank, but also have an adverse effect on the quality of the coconut juice stored later, which is not conducive to the long-term storage and quality maintenance of coconut juice.

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, Chinese Patent No. CN222137619U discloses a coconut juice sterilization storage tank. This device features sterilization components on the sides and bottom of the storage tank, along with a stirring component and a scraping component inside the tank. The stirring component agitates the coconut juice, improving sterilization efficiency. Simultaneously, the scraping component cleans the inner wall of the storage tank during the agitation process, effectively preventing sediment such as fruit pulp from adhering to the inner wall of the tank, thus playing a positive role in subsequent coconut juice storage operations.

[0005] However, a deeper analysis of the device's performance in practical applications reveals its limitations. Although the stirring structure achieves the stirring function to a certain extent, it cannot prevent fruit pulp impurities from adhering to the outer surface of the stirring mechanism. More importantly, the stirring mechanism cannot be removed from the inside of the tank. As the equipment is used for longer periods, the impurities adhering to the outer surface of the stirring mechanism are difficult to clean thoroughly. Simply rinsing with water is far from sufficient to achieve a complete cleaning effect. This inevitably leads to the risk of contamination of the coconut juice during subsequent use, seriously affecting the quality and safety of the coconut juice product. It is evident that the existing technology has certain defects and shortcomings, and therefore, it needs to be improved and redesigned. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the problems mentioned in the background art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a sterilized storage tank for coconut juice production, so as to solve the problem that the stirring structure cannot be thoroughly cleaned during the application of the prior art.

[0007] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0008] A sterile storage tank for coconut juice production includes a base frame, a top ring fixedly installed on the top of the base frame, a mounting frame fixedly installed on the top of the top ring, a tank body fixedly installed on the top of the mounting frame, a heating mechanism provided on the outer surface of the tank body, a driving mechanism provided at the top opening of the tank body, a stirring mechanism fixedly installed at the bottom of the driving mechanism, the stirring mechanism extending into the interior of the tank body, a discharge valve fixedly installed at the bottom of the tank body, and a discharge pipe fixedly installed at the bottom output end of the discharge valve.

[0009] The driving mechanism includes a sealing cover, on the outer side of which mounting components are fixedly installed in a ring at equal intervals. A turntable is rotatably connected to the center of the sealing cover. An electric push rod is fixedly installed on the top of the turntable. The stirring mechanism is fixedly installed at the bottom of the turntable. The output end of the electric push rod passes through the turntable and is connected to the top of the stirring mechanism. A power component is fixedly installed on one side of the top of the sealing cover. The power component is connected to the outer surface of the electric push rod.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution, the power assembly includes a fixed frame and a gear ring. The fixed frame is fixedly installed on the top side of the sealing cover, and a drive motor is fixedly installed on the top of the fixed frame. A gear is fixedly installed through the fixed frame at the output end of the drive motor. The gear is rotatably connected to the inside of the fixed frame. The gear ring is fixedly installed on the outer surface of the electric push rod, and the gear and the gear ring are meshed together.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution, the mounting component includes a fixing arm, which is fixedly installed on the top of the sealing cover in a ring-shaped arrangement with equal spacing. An mounting block is fixedly installed on the outer end of the fixing arm, and a mounting screw is threadedly connected to the middle of the mounting block. The end of the mounting screw passes through the mounting block, and the mounting screw is configured as a hand-tightening screw.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution, a feed pipe is fixedly installed on one side of the top of the tank, and an installation flange is fixedly installed on the outer end of the feed pipe.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution, the stirring mechanism includes a rail frame, which is fixedly installed at the bottom of the turntable. Lower linkage rods are hinged to both sides of the bottom of the rail frame. A scraper is hinged to the outer side of the lower linkage rod, and an upper linkage rod is hinged to the lower inner end of the scraper. A movable plate is slidably connected inside the rail frame. A stirring plate is hinged at equal intervals to the outer side of the movable plate. The outer end of the stirring plate is hinged to the inner side of the scraper. The stirring plate and the upper linkage rod are arranged in parallel, and the upper linkage rod and the lower linkage rod are arranged in an outward V-shape.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution, the heating mechanism includes an insulation sleeve, which is fitted and installed on the outer surface of the tank. An electric heating wire is fixedly installed inside the insulation sleeve, and the inner side of the electric heating wire is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the tank.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution, a controller is fixedly installed on the middle of the outer side of the insulation sleeve, and a temperature sensor is fixedly connected to the bottom of the controller. The detection end of the temperature sensor is in contact with the surface of the heating wire.

[0016] In summary, the present invention has the following main advantages:

[0017] First, this device adopts a collaborative design of drive and stirring mechanism. During operation, the controller starts the drive motor, which drives the gear and the gear ring, thereby causing the electric push rod, turntable, and rail frame to rotate in sequence. This drives the upper linkage rod, lower linkage rod, stirring plate, and scraper to operate synchronously. This not only fully stirs the coconut juice but also allows the scraper to scrape the inner wall of the tank to prevent impurities from adhering, improving the stirring, mixing, and cleaning effect. At the same time, the controller controls the heating wire, which, in conjunction with the insulation sleeve, achieves efficient high-temperature sterilization of the coconut juice in the tank. It integrates stirring, cleaning, and sterilization functions, ensuring the storage and processing of coconut juice.

[0018] Secondly, this device employs a drive mechanism, which significantly improves the convenience and thoroughness of material discharge, maintenance, and cleaning during use. In use, the discharge valve is opened, and coconut juice is discharged through the discharge pipe. Then, the electric push rod is activated, which can push the movable plate to change the position of components such as the stirring plate to meet the needs of stirring and cleaning. During cleaning, the electric push rod drives the relevant components to retract, allowing the stirring mechanism to be pulled out from the top opening of the tank. Simply twist the installation screw to remove the sealing cover, drive, and stirring mechanism as a whole, simplifying the maintenance process. The electric push rod uses a conductive slip ring for auxiliary power supply to ensure normal power supply during rotation. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a bottom view structural diagram of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the heating mechanism structure of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the drive mechanism and stirring mechanism of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the drive mechanism structure of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of the stirring mechanism of this utility model.

[0025] Reference numerals: 1. Base frame; 2. Top ring; 3. Heating mechanism; 31. Insulation sleeve; 32. Heating wire; 33. Controller; 34. Temperature sensor; 4. Tank body; 5. Mounting bracket; 6. Drive mechanism; 61. Sealing cover; 62. Mounting component; 621. Fixed arm; 622. Mounting block; 623. Mounting screw; 63. Electric push rod; 64. Power assembly; 641. Fixed bracket; 642. Gear; 643. Drive motor; 644. Gear ring; 65. Turntable; 7. Stirring mechanism; 71. Rail frame; 72. Lower linkage rod; 73. Scraper; 74. Upper linkage rod; 75. Movable plate; 76. Stirring plate; 8. Discharge valve; 9. Discharge pipe; 10. Feed pipe; 11. Mounting flange. Detailed Implementation

[0026] Example

[0027] refer to Figures 1 to 6 This embodiment of a sterilized storage tank for coconut juice production includes a base frame 1, a top ring 2 fixedly installed on the top of the base frame 1, a mounting frame 5 fixedly installed on the top of the top ring 2, a tank body 4 fixedly installed on the top of the mounting frame 5, a heating mechanism 3 provided on the outer surface of the tank body 4, a driving mechanism 6 provided at the top opening of the tank body 4, a stirring mechanism 7 fixedly installed at the bottom of the driving mechanism 6, the stirring mechanism 7 extending into the interior of the tank body 4, a discharge valve 8 fixedly installed at the bottom of the tank body 4, and a discharge pipe 9 fixedly installed at the bottom output end of the discharge valve 8.

[0028] The drive mechanism 6 includes a sealing cover 61. Mounting members 62 are fixedly installed in a ring at equal intervals on the outer side of the sealing cover 61. A turntable 65 is rotatably connected to the center of the sealing cover 61. An electric push rod 63 is fixedly installed on the top of the turntable 65. A stirring mechanism 7 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the turntable 65. The output end of the electric push rod 63 passes through the turntable 65 and connects to the top of the stirring mechanism 7. A power assembly 64 is fixedly installed on one side of the top of the sealing cover 61, and the power assembly 64 is connected to the outer surface of the electric push rod 63. The top ring 2 at the top of the base frame 1 of this device and the mounting frame 5 firmly support the tank 4. The heating mechanism 3 outside the tank 4 can heat and sterilize the coconut juice inside the tank. During use, the tank... 4. The drive mechanism 6 at the top opening is activated. The sealing cover 61 is fixed by the mounting piece 62. After the power component 64 is started, it drives the electric push rod 63 to rotate. Since the electric push rod 63 is connected to the turntable 65, it drives the turntable 65 to rotate. The stirring mechanism 7 is fixed at the bottom of the turntable 65, and the output end of the electric push rod 63 passes through the turntable 65 and is connected to the top of the stirring mechanism 7. At the same time, the top of the stirring mechanism 7 is also connected to the bottom of the turntable 65. Therefore, the rotation of the turntable 65 will drive the stirring mechanism 7 to rotate inside the tank 4, stirring the coconut juice, making the coconut juice evenly mixed and enhancing the sterilization effect. After stirring is completed, the discharge valve 8 at the bottom of the tank 4 is opened, and the coconut juice can be discharged through the discharge pipe 9.

[0029] refer to Figures 1-3The heating mechanism 3 includes an insulation sleeve 31, which is fitted onto the outer surface of the tank 4. An electric heating wire 32 is fixedly installed inside the insulation sleeve 31, with its inner side fixedly connected to the outer surface of the tank 4. A controller 33 is fixedly installed on the middle of the outer side of the insulation sleeve 31, and a temperature sensor 34 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the controller 33. The detection end of the temperature sensor 34 is in contact with the surface of the electric heating wire 32. The insulation sleeve 31 covers the outer surface of the tank 4, and the electric heating wire 32 is fixed to the surface of the tank 4. When the controller 33 activates the electric heating wire 32, the electric heating wire 32 generates heat to heat and sterilize the coconut juice inside the tank 4. The insulation sleeve 31 reduces heat loss and maintains a stable temperature inside the tank. Simultaneously, the detection end of the temperature sensor 34 connected to the bottom of the controller 33 is in contact with the surface of the electric heating wire 32. The surface is bonded, which can sense the temperature of the heating wire 32 in real time and feed the temperature data back to the controller 33. When the detected temperature reaches the preset value, the controller 33 will automatically adjust the power of the heating wire 32 or stop heating. If the temperature is lower than the preset value, the controller 33 will control the heating wire 32 to increase the power to ensure that the coconut juice in the can is maintained at a suitable sterilization temperature. The controller 33 can be the Siemens S7-200 series PLC S7-200Mini entry-level model or the JUMO controller 33: such as the JUMO701160 / 8-0153-001-25 model. The temperature sensor 34 can be the JUMO temperature sensor 34902350 series, PENTRONIC5524671-001 and HYDAC temperature sensor 34.

[0030] refer to Figures 1-2 A feed pipe 10 is fixedly installed on one side of the top of the tank 4. A mounting flange 11 is fixedly installed on the outer end of the feed pipe 10. The working principle of the feed pipe 10 installed on one side of the top of the tank 4 is clear. During the production process, the coconut juice to be stored is transported to the feed pipe 10 through external conveying equipment, such as a pipeline pump. The mounting flange 11 fixed on the outer end of the feed pipe 10 can be tightly connected to the corresponding flange on the external conveying pipeline with the help of bolts and other connecting parts to ensure the sealing and stability between the conveying pipeline and the feed pipe 10, and to prevent the coconut juice from leaking during the conveying process. In this way, the coconut juice can smoothly flow into the tank 4 from the external conveying equipment through the feed pipe 10 to complete the feeding operation and prepare for subsequent stirring, sterilization and storage processes.

[0031] refer to Figures 1-2 and Figure 5The power assembly 64 includes a fixed frame 641 and a gear ring 644. The fixed frame 641 is fixedly installed on the top side of the sealing cover 61. A drive motor 643 is fixedly installed on the top of the fixed frame 641. A gear 642 is fixedly installed through the fixed frame 641 at the output end of the drive motor 643. The gear 642 is rotatably connected to the inside of the fixed frame 641. The gear ring 644 is fixedly installed on the outer surface of the electric push rod 63. The gear 642 and the gear ring 644 are meshed together. The mounting component 62 includes fixed arms 621. The fixed arms 621 are arranged in a ring at equal intervals and fixedly installed on the top of the sealing cover 61. A mounting block 622 is fixedly installed on the outer end of the fixed arm 621. A mounting screw 623 is threadedly connected to the middle of the mounting block 622. The end of the mounting screw 623 passes through the mounting block 622. The mounting screw 623 is a hand-tightening screw. This device uses the power assembly 64 and the mounting component 62 to cooperate. During application, a drive motor 643 is mounted on a fixing bracket 641 on one side of the top of the sealing cover 61. When the drive motor 643 is started, its output end drives the gear 642 inside the fixing bracket 641 to rotate. Since the gear 642 meshes with the gear ring 644 fixed on the outer surface of the electric push rod 63, the rotation of the gear 642 will drive the gear ring 644 to rotate, which in turn drives the electric push rod 63 to rotate. The electric push rod 63 then drives the turntable 65 and the stirring mechanism 7 connected to it to rotate, thereby stirring the coconut juice in the tank. As for the mounting component 62, the fixing arms 621 arranged in a ring at equal intervals on the sealing cover 61 have a hand-tightening mounting screw 623 threadedly connected to the middle of the mounting block 622 at the outer end. By manually tightening the mounting screw 623, its end can pass through the mounting block 622 and be connected or separated from the tank body 4, thereby facilitating the installation and disassembly of the sealing cover 61 and the drive mechanism 6, and making the equipment inspection and maintenance easier.

[0032] refer to Figures 4-6The stirring mechanism 7 includes a rail frame 71, which is fixedly installed at the bottom of the turntable 65. Lower linkage rods 72 are hinged to both sides of the bottom of the rail frame 71. A scraper 73 is hinged to the outer side of each lower linkage rod 72, and an upper linkage rod 74 is hinged to the lower inner end of the scraper 73. A movable plate 75 is slidably connected inside the rail frame 71. A stirring plate 76 is hinged at equal intervals to the outer side of the movable plate 75. The outer end of the stirring plate 76 is hinged to the inner side of the scraper 73. The stirring plate 76 and the upper linkage rod 74 are arranged parallel to each other, while the upper linkage rod 74 and the lower linkage rod 72 are arranged in an outward V-shape. When the stirring mechanism 7 is working, the turntable 65 rotates, causing the fixed rail frame 71 to rotate as well. The lower linkage rods 72, hinged to both sides of the bottom of the rail frame 71, will rotate in a circular motion around the hinge point under the influence of the rail frame 71. Because the scraper 73 is hinged to the outer side of the lower linkage rod 72, the movement of the lower linkage rod 72 drives the scraper 73 to perform a circumferential scraping action near the inner wall of the tank 4, cleaning impurities adhering to the tank wall. At the same time, the movable plate 75, which is slidably connected inside the rail frame 71, moves up and down driven by the electric push rod 63. The stirring plates 76, which are hinged at equal intervals to the outer side of the movable plate 75, move in a circular motion with the rail frame 71 as the movable plate 75 moves up and down, stirring the coconut juice in the tank. On the other hand, the outer end of the stirring plate 76 is hinged to the inner side of the scraper 73 and is set parallel to the upper linkage rod 74. The upper linkage rod 74 and the lower linkage rod 72 are set in an outward V-shape, so that when the movable plate 75 moves, the stirring plate 76 can drive the scraper 73 and the upper linkage rod 74 to automatically extend and retract, making it convenient to quickly remove the stirring mechanism 7 for inspection and maintenance.

[0033] Operating principle and advantages: This device, through the cooperation of the drive mechanism 6 and the stirring mechanism 7, allows the controller 33 to start the drive motor 643 during operation. The motor drives the gear 642 to rotate, which in turn drives the meshing gear ring 644. Since the gear ring 644 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the electric push rod 63, the rotation of the gear ring 644 drives the electric push rod 63 to rotate. The electric push rod 63 then drives the turntable 65 to rotate. The rotation of the turntable 65 causes the bottom rail frame 71 to rotate as well. The rail frame 71 drives the upper linkage rod 74, the lower linkage rod 72, the stirring plate, and the scraper 73 to rotate synchronously. At this time, the rotating rail frame 71, linkage rod, stirring plate, and scraper 73 thoroughly stir the coconut juice in the tank 4. At the same time, the scraper 73, which is attached to the inner wall of the tank 4, scrapes and cleans the inner wall, effectively preventing impurities from adhering. This design not only enhances the stirring and mixing effect but also improves the cleanliness of the inside of the tank 4.

[0034] Meanwhile, the controller 33 controls the operation of the heating wire 32 to heat the coconut juice inside the tank 4. Combined with the heat insulation effect of the insulation sleeve 31, efficient high-temperature sterilization can be achieved. In this way, the device integrates stirring, cleaning and sterilization functions, providing a reliable guarantee for the storage and processing of coconut juice. The device adopts a drive mechanism 6, which can further improve the convenience of discharge and maintenance. In use, the discharge valve 8 is opened, and the coconut juice solution can be smoothly discharged from the tank 4 through the discharge pipe 9. After the solution is discharged, the electric push rod 63 is activated. The push rod extends and pushes the movable plate 75 downward, which drives the stirring plate, the upper linkage rod 74 and the lower linkage rod 72 to extend and move together, so that the scraper 73 moves outward and fits against the inner wall of the tank 4. When the power unit 64 is started, the stirring operation can continue. When cleaning is required, the electric push rod 63 drives the movable plate 75 to move upward. The upper linkage rod 74, lower linkage rod 72 and movable plate 75 assist in the linkage, causing the scraper 73, linkage rod and movable plate 75 to move inward and retract. After retraction, the stirring mechanism 7 can pass through the opening at the top of the tank 4. At this time, the installation screw 623 is twisted to separate it from the tank 4, and the sealing cover 61, drive mechanism 6 and stirring mechanism 7 can be pulled out from the top of the tank 4 as a whole. This design greatly simplifies the inspection and maintenance process and improves the convenience and reliability of the device. During use, the electric push rod 63 can be powered by a conductive slip ring, which can keep the electric push rod 63 rotating while supplying power.

Claims

1. A sterile storage tank for coconut juice production, comprising a base frame (1), characterized in that: A top ring (2) is fixedly installed on the top of the base frame (1), a mounting bracket (5) is fixedly installed on the top of the top ring (2), a tank (4) is fixedly installed on the top of the mounting bracket (5), a heating mechanism (3) is provided on the outer surface of the tank (4), a driving mechanism (6) is provided at the top opening of the tank (4), a stirring mechanism (7) is fixedly installed at the bottom of the driving mechanism (6), the stirring mechanism (7) extends into the interior of the tank (4), a discharge valve (8) is fixedly installed at the bottom of the tank (4), and a discharge pipe (9) is fixedly installed at the bottom output end of the discharge valve (8). The drive mechanism (6) includes a sealing cover (61), and mounting parts (62) are fixedly installed on the outer side of the sealing cover (61) in a ring at equal intervals. A turntable (65) is rotatably connected to the middle of the sealing cover (61). An electric push rod (63) is fixedly installed on the top of the turntable (65). The stirring mechanism (7) is fixedly installed on the bottom of the turntable (65). The output end of the electric push rod (63) passes through the turntable (65) and connects to the top of the stirring mechanism (7). A power assembly (64) is fixedly installed on one side of the top of the sealing cover (61). The power assembly (64) is connected to the outer surface of the electric push rod (63).

2. The sterilized storage tank for coconut juice production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power assembly (64) includes a fixed frame (641) and a gear ring (644). The fixed frame (641) is fixedly installed on the top side of the sealing cover (61). A drive motor (643) is fixedly installed on the top of the fixed frame (641). A gear (642) is fixedly installed through the fixed frame (641) at the output end of the drive motor (643). The gear (642) is rotatably connected to the inside of the fixed frame (641). The gear ring (644) is fixedly installed on the outer surface of the electric push rod (63). The gear (642) and the gear ring (644) are meshed together.

3. The sterile storage tank for coconut juice production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting component (62) includes a fixing arm (621), which is fixedly installed on the top of the sealing cover (61) in a ring-shaped arrangement with equal spacing. An mounting block (622) is fixedly installed on the outer end of the fixing arm (621), and a mounting screw (623) is threadedly connected to the middle of the mounting block (622). The end of the mounting screw (623) passes through the mounting block (622), and the mounting screw (623) is a hand-tightening screw.

4. The sterile storage tank for coconut juice production according to claim 1, characterized in that: A feed pipe (10) is fixedly installed on one side of the top of the tank (4), and an installation flange (11) is fixedly installed on the outer end of the feed pipe (10).

5. A sterile storage tank for coconut juice production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stirring mechanism (7) includes a rail frame (71), which is fixedly installed at the bottom of the turntable (65). Both sides of the bottom of the rail frame (71) are hinged with lower linkage rods (72). A scraper (73) is hinged to the outer side of the lower linkage rod (72). An upper linkage rod (74) is hinged to the lower inner side of the scraper (73). A movable plate (75) is slidably connected inside the rail frame (71). A stirring plate (76) is hinged at equal intervals to the outer side of the movable plate (75). The outer end of the stirring plate (76) is hinged to the inner side of the scraper (73). The stirring plate (76) and the upper linkage rod (74) are arranged in parallel. The upper linkage rod (74) and the lower linkage rod (72) are arranged in an outward V-shape.

6. A sterile storage tank for coconut juice production according to claim 1, characterized in that: The heating mechanism (3) includes a heat insulation sleeve (31), which is fitted and installed on the outer surface of the tank (4). An electric heating wire (32) is fixedly installed inside the heat insulation sleeve (31), and the inner side of the electric heating wire (32) is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the tank (4).

7. A sterile storage tank for coconut juice production according to claim 6, characterized in that: A controller (33) is fixedly installed on the middle of the outer side of the insulation sleeve (31). A temperature sensor (34) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the controller (33). The detection end of the temperature sensor (34) is attached to the surface of the heating wire (32).

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