Food conveying mechanism and food piercing device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a food conveying mechanism, including first clamping and feeding subassembly, second clamping and feeding subassembly and drive arrangement, first clamping and feeding subassembly and second clamping and feeding subassembly are opposite arrangement, first clamping and feeding subassembly includes a plurality of first clamping die and first fixed support, and a plurality of first clamping die is annular arrangement along first fixed support, second clamping and feeding subassembly includes a plurality of second clamping die and second fixed support, and a plurality of second clamping die is annular arrangement along second fixed support, when working, a plurality of first clamping die and a plurality of second clamping die are driven under the drive of drive arrangement, and respectively along first fixed support and second fixed support with same speed cyclic motion, and the movement process is partly first clamping die and partly second clamping die and are jointed, when first clamping die and second clamping die joint, form a containing cavity for placing the food to be processed between both, and the food to be processed can be compressed when both joint. The utility model also provides a food barb equipment containing above-mentioned food conveying mechanism.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food processing technology, and in particular to a food conveying mechanism and a food threading device. Background Technology

[0002] In food processing, various specialized food processing equipment are often required for auxiliary processing. Taking the processing of duck necks as an example, duck necks currently on the market undergo high-temperature cooking during the production process. Under high temperatures, the duck necks tend to bend and shrink, making them difficult to cut and package later. Therefore, before cooking, steel skewers are inserted into the duck necks to ensure they remain straight. Before inserting the skewers, a suitable conveying mechanism is often needed to transport the duck necks one by one to the drilling and skewer insertion stations, thereby achieving an efficient mechanized processing process.

[0003] In existing technologies, conveying mechanisms in food processing typically have a high failure rate or insufficient reliability and stability, which affects production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a food conveying mechanism for food processing equipment.

[0005] The present invention provides a technical solution for a food conveying mechanism to solve the above-mentioned technical problems as follows: It includes a first clamping assembly, a second clamping assembly, and a driving device; the first clamping assembly and the second clamping assembly are arranged opposite to each other; the first clamping assembly includes multiple first clamping molds and a first fixing frame, with the multiple first clamping molds arranged in a ring along the first fixing frame; the second clamping assembly includes multiple second clamping molds and a second fixing frame, with the multiple second clamping molds arranged in a ring along the second fixing frame; during operation, the multiple first clamping molds and the multiple second clamping molds, driven by the driving device, circulate along the first fixing frame and the second fixing frame at the same speed, respectively, and during the movement, some of the first clamping molds and some of the second clamping molds engage; when the first clamping molds and the second clamping molds engage, a cavity for placing the food to be processed is formed between them, and the food to be processed can be pressed tightly when they engage.

[0006] Based on the above technical solution, the present invention also includes the following further improvements.

[0007] Furthermore, the first clamping mold and the second clamping mold are fixed on the conveyor chain or belt, and the drive device drives the conveyor chain or belt to achieve cyclic movement.

[0008] Furthermore, both the first clamping mold and the second clamping mold are elongated structures, and an elongated groove is provided on the opposite side when they are joined.

[0009] Furthermore, the first clamping assembly and the second clamping assembly are arranged vertically.

[0010] The first clamping mold and the second clamping mold are arranged horizontally.

[0011] Furthermore, the driving device includes a first driving device and a second driving device;

[0012] The first driving device is mounted on the first clamping assembly and is used to drive the movement of the first clamping mold;

[0013] The second drive device is mounted on the second clamping assembly and is used to drive the movement of the second clamping mold.

[0014] Furthermore, the number of the first clamping mold and the number of the second clamping mold are not equal.

[0015] Furthermore, both the first and second fixing frames are equipped with tracks;

[0016] Both the first clamping mold and the second clamping mold include a clamping mold body, a transmission disk, rollers, and a connecting rod;

[0017] A pair of transmission discs are provided on one side of the clamping mold body. The two transmission discs are arranged opposite each other and connected by the connecting rod. Rollers are provided on the outer side of the two transmission discs and the rollers can roll on the track.

[0018] All the first clamping molds are arranged in sequence. At this time, the adjacent transmission discs abut against each other or form a gap of no more than 2mm. During operation, the first driving device drives one or part of the connecting rods. Through the mutual squeezing of each transmission disc, the synchronous movement of all the first clamping molds is achieved.

[0019] All the second clamping molds are arranged in sequence, with each adjacent transmission disc abutting against each other or forming a gap of no more than 2mm. During operation, the second drive device drives one or part of the connecting rods, and through the mutual squeezing of each transmission disc, the synchronous movement of all the second clamping molds is achieved.

[0020] Furthermore, both the first driving device and the second driving device include a gear transmission disk, and transmission is achieved through the sequential meshing of the gear teeth on the gear transmission disk with each of the connecting rods.

[0021] The food conveying mechanism disclosed in this utility model adopts an upper and lower clamping mold design, similar to gear meshing, which can stably fix bone-in meat products awaiting processing. Because the upper and lower clamping molds are always in a meshing state, the meat hole will not shift during subsequent processing steps, such as piercing duck necks and inserting skewers. This ensures that the skewers and meat holes are coaxial, facilitating the subsequent needle-threading action. This, in turn, ensures the reliability of the entire device and greatly improves production efficiency.

[0022] This utility model also provides a food skewering device, which includes a food conveying mechanism according to any of the above-described solutions. Since the conveying mechanism possesses the beneficial technical effects described above, the food skewering device also possesses corresponding beneficial technical effects. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a specific embodiment of a food conveying mechanism provided by this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A front view schematic diagram of a food conveying mechanism is shown.

[0025] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows an exploded view of the first and second clamping components of the food conveying mechanism.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a specific embodiment of the first clamping mold in this utility model;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a specific embodiment of the second clamping mold in this utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 A front view structural diagram of a specific embodiment of the first clamping component provided by this utility model;

[0029] Figure 7 for Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram of point A in the middle.

[0030] The part numbers in the diagram are represented as follows:

[0031] 1. First clamping assembly; 2. Second clamping component; 11. First clamping mold; 12. First fixing frame; 13. First driving device; 21. Second clamping mold; 22. Second fixing frame; 23. Second driving device; 4. Groove; 1201. Clamping mold body; 1202. Transmission disc; 1203. Roller; 1204. Connecting rod; 1231. Gear transmission disc. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The principles, features, and beneficial technical effects of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The examples given are only for explaining this utility model and are not intended to limit its scope. Furthermore, the omission of some components does not indicate a design defect or unclear principle description, but rather reflects that such parts are feasible under existing technology.

[0033] Please refer to Figures 1 to 7 , Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a specific embodiment of a food conveying mechanism provided by this utility model; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A front view schematic diagram of a food conveying mechanism is shown. Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows an exploded view of the first and second clamping components of the food conveying mechanism. Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a specific embodiment of the first clamping mold in this utility model; Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a specific embodiment of the second clamping mold in this utility model; Figure 6 A front view structural diagram of a specific embodiment of the first clamping component provided by this utility model; Figure 7 for Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram of point A in the middle.

[0034] As shown in the figure, this utility model provides a specific embodiment of a food conveying mechanism, including a first clamping component 1, a second clamping component 2, and a driving device; the first clamping component 1 and the second clamping component 2 are arranged opposite to each other, and can be arranged vertically, horizontally, or inclined, etc.; the first clamping component 1 includes a plurality of first clamping molds 11 and a first fixing frame 12, and the plurality of first clamping molds 11 are arranged in a ring along the first fixing frame 12; the second clamping component 2 includes a plurality of second clamping molds 21 and a second fixing frame 22, and the plurality of second clamping molds 21 are arranged in a ring along the second fixing frame 22; during operation, the plurality of first clamping molds 11 and the plurality of second clamping molds 21, driven by the driving device, circulate along the first fixing frame 12 and the second fixing frame 22 at the same speed, and during the movement, some of the first clamping molds 11 and some of the second clamping molds 21 engage; when the first clamping molds 11 and the second clamping molds 21 engage, a receiving cavity for placing the food to be processed is formed between them, and the food to be processed can be pressed together when they engage.

[0035] With the above technical solution, when the food to be processed needs to be processed, the food to be processed can be placed on one of the clamping molds or on multiple clamping molds at the same time. Driven by the driving device, the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21 move in cycles respectively. When the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21 are engaged, a cavity for holding the food to be processed is formed between them. At the same time, the food to be processed can be pressed when they are engaged. At this time, if necessary, the driving device can be stopped to process the pressed food, such as drilling holes or piercing. The settings can be set according to the needs of food processing. Of course, if it is not necessary to stop, other processing operations can be performed while running.

[0036] It should be noted that the "engagement" mentioned above refers to the mutual cooperation between the two clamping molds during movement, such as the meshing of gears.

[0037] To achieve the movement of the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21, there are various implementation methods. In a preferred embodiment, the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21 are fixed on a conveyor chain or belt, and the drive device drives the conveyor chain or belt to achieve cyclic movement. In this case, the drive device can drive them individually or independently.

[0038] Regarding the structural form of the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21, a preferred embodiment is that both the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21 are elongated structures, and when they are joined, an elongated groove 4 is provided on the opposite side. With this design, certain elongated foods, such as duck necks, can be placed better, and it can better cooperate with other operating equipment in the skewering process of duck necks.

[0039] Although the arrangement of the first clamping assembly 1 and the second clamping assembly 2 can vary, it is preferable that the first clamping assembly 1 and the second clamping assembly 2 are arranged vertically, and the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21 are arranged horizontally. This arrangement is more stable, occupies less space, and is easier to install in conjunction with other processing equipment to form a production line processing equipment.

[0040] During processing, to facilitate the placement of the food to be processed, the number of the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21 can be unequal, for example... Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the first clamping assembly 1 and the second clamping assembly 2 are arranged vertically. The first clamping mold 11 is installed on the first fixed frame 12, and the second clamping mold 21 is installed on the second fixed frame 22. The number of second clamping molds 21 located at the bottom can be appropriately increased, and food to be processed can be placed on the extra clamping molds.

[0041] In a preferred embodiment, the driving device includes a first driving device 13 and a second driving device 23. The first driving device 13 is mounted on the first clamping assembly 1 and is used to drive the movement of the first clamping mold 11. The second driving device 23 is mounted on the second clamping assembly 2 and is used to drive the movement of the second clamping mold 21. The first driving device 13 and the second driving device 23 can be geared motors, or a reducer can be added. The mounting positions can be set at both ends of the two clamping assemblies to improve driving capability and stability.

[0042] In this utility model, another preferred embodiment is provided for the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21. Under this embodiment, as follows: Figures 4 to 7 As shown, both the first fixing frame 12 and the second fixing frame 22 are equipped with tracks (not shown in the figure); both the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21 include a clamping mold body 1201, a transmission disk 1202, a roller 1203, and a connecting rod 1204; a pair of transmission disks 1202 are provided on one side of the clamping mold body 1201, the two transmission disks 1202 are arranged opposite each other and connected by the connecting rod 1204, and the rollers 1203 are provided on the outer sides of the two transmission disks 1202, which can roll on the track; the track can be in the form of two layers of annular plates clamping each other, or it can be other structural forms. The clamping mold bodies 1201 in the first clamping mold 11 and the second clamping mold 21 can be of the same structure or different structures. For example, when they are joined, one clamping mold body can be embedded into the other clamping mold body to form a gear-like meshing effect, but at this time it is still necessary to ensure that there is a cavity to accommodate the food to be processed when the two are joined.

[0043] All the first clamping molds 11 are arranged sequentially, with adjacent transmission discs 1202 abutting against each other or forming a gap of no more than 2 mm, preferably within 1 mm. During operation, the first driving device 13 drives one or part of the connecting rod 1204, and the synchronous movement of all the first clamping molds 11 is achieved through the mutual compression of the transmission discs 1202. Similarly, all the second clamping molds 21 are arranged sequentially, with adjacent transmission discs 1202 abutting against each other or forming a gap of no more than 2 mm. During operation, the second driving device 23 drives one or part of the connecting rod 1204, and the synchronous movement of all the second clamping molds 21 is achieved through the mutual compression of the transmission discs 1202.

[0044] In this structural configuration, both the first driving device 13 and the second driving device 23 include a gear transmission disk 1231, and transmission is achieved by the sequential meshing of the gear teeth on the gear transmission disk 1231 with each of the connecting rods 1204.

[0045] The aforementioned food conveying mechanism can be used in various food processing equipment to meet the needs of clamping and conveying. Furthermore, the food conveying mechanism provided by this invention has a low failure rate and high reliability and stability, thereby significantly improving production efficiency.

[0046] This utility model also provides a food skewering device, including the food conveying mechanism described above. For example, in the processing of duck necks, the duck necks undergo high-temperature cooking during production. Under high temperatures, the duck necks bend and shrink, making them difficult to cut and package. Using the conveying mechanism and food skewering device included in this utility model, the machine can insert a steel skewer into the bone marrow hole of the duck neck to prevent large-angle bending deformation during cooking. Specifically, the food conveying mechanism provided by this utility model adopts an upper and lower clamping mold design, similar to gear meshing, to fix the bone-in meat food. Simultaneously, during the movement from the drilling position to the skewering position, because the upper and lower clamping molds remain engaged, the meat hole will not shift, thus ensuring that the steel skewer and the meat hole are coaxial, facilitating the subsequent skewering action.

[0047] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "circumferential", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0048] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0049] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0050] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms are not limited to the same embodiments or examples. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0051] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A food conveying mechanism, characterized in that, Includes a first clamping assembly, a second clamping assembly, and a driving device; The first clamping assembly and the second clamping assembly are arranged opposite to each other; The first clamping assembly includes a plurality of first clamping molds and a first fixing frame, wherein the plurality of first clamping molds are arranged in a ring along the first fixing frame; The second clamping assembly includes a plurality of second clamping molds and a second fixing frame, wherein the plurality of second clamping molds are arranged in a ring along the second fixing frame; During operation, multiple first clamping molds and multiple second clamping molds, driven by the driving device, circulate along the first fixed frame and the second fixed frame at the same speed, respectively. During the movement, some of the first clamping molds and some of the second clamping molds engage with each other. When the first and second clamping molds are joined, a cavity is formed between them for holding the food to be processed, and the food to be processed can be compressed when they are joined.

2. The food conveying mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first clamping mold and the second clamping mold are fixed on the conveyor chain or belt, and the drive device drives the conveyor chain or belt to achieve cyclic movement.

3. The food conveying mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first clamping mold and the second clamping mold are elongated structures, and when they are joined, an elongated groove is provided on the opposite side.

4. A food conveying mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first clamping assembly and the second clamping assembly are arranged vertically. The first clamping mold and the second clamping mold are arranged horizontally.

5. A food conveying mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of the first clamping mold and the number of the second clamping mold are not equal.

6. A food conveying mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The driving device includes a first driving device and a second driving device; The first driving device is mounted on the first clamping assembly and is used to drive the movement of the first clamping mold; The second drive device is mounted on the second clamping assembly and is used to drive the movement of the second clamping mold.

7. A food conveying mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, Both the first and second fixing frames are equipped with rails; Both the first clamping mold and the second clamping mold include a clamping mold body, a transmission disk, rollers, and a connecting rod; A pair of transmission discs are provided on one side of the clamping mold body. The two transmission discs are arranged opposite each other and connected by the connecting rod. Rollers are provided on the outer side of the two transmission discs and the rollers can roll on the track. All the first clamping molds are arranged in sequence. At this time, the adjacent transmission discs abut against each other or form a gap of no more than 2mm. During operation, the first driving device drives one or part of the connecting rods. Through the mutual squeezing of each transmission disc, the synchronous movement of all the first clamping molds is achieved. All the second clamping molds are arranged in sequence, with each adjacent transmission disc abutting against each other or forming a gap of no more than 2mm. During operation, the second drive device drives one or part of the connecting rods, and through the mutual squeezing of each transmission disc, the synchronous movement of all the second clamping molds is achieved.

8. A food conveying mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, Both the first driving device and the second driving device include a gear transmission disk, and transmission is achieved by the sequential meshing of the gear teeth on the gear transmission disk with each of the connecting rods.

9. A food skewering device, characterized in that, Includes the food conveying mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.

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