Production device of high-bean-flavor soybean protein

Abstract

This invention provides a production apparatus for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein, comprising a microwave processing unit, a grinding unit, a mixing unit, an extraction unit, a centrifugation unit, a homogenization and storage unit, a secondary centrifugation unit, a sedimentation unit, a neutralization unit, a sterilization unit, and a drying unit connected in sequence. The microwave processing unit is used to cook soybean meal at high temperatures and includes an adjustable material thickness feeding device and a temperature monitoring sensor. The grinding unit includes an airflow grinding device for grinding soybean meal. The mixing unit is a ribbon mixer for mixing the ground soybean meal. The extraction unit includes a pH adjustment device, a temperature control device, and a stirring mechanism. The homogenization and storage unit includes a multi-stage homogenizing pump and a storage tank. The sterilization unit is a high-temperature instantaneous sterilization device connected to a flash degassing device. The drying unit is a spray dryer. This apparatus significantly improves the protein extraction rate and ensures high purity of the soybean protein.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food processing equipment technology, and in particular to a production device for high-soybean-flavored soybean protein. Background Technology

[0002] Soy protein, as an important plant-based protein source, is widely used in the food industry, especially in vegetarian and plant-based foods, where it has significant nutritional value. The traditional soybean protein production process generally includes steps such as soybean meal maturation, grinding, mixing, extraction, separation, homogenization, sterilization, and drying.

[0003] However, existing production methods often have the following drawbacks: Soy protein processed using traditional methods often lacks a distinct soybean aroma, resulting in a poor flavor in the finished product. The production process is complex; traditional processes are typically cumbersome and difficult to control at each stage, leading to low production efficiency and inconsistent product quality. Furthermore, the technological means are limited; while existing technologies can enhance the soybean aroma, they often fail to effectively improve protein extraction rates and the environmental friendliness of the production process.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a new technological solution that can efficiently enhance the soybean flavor of soybean protein, simplify the production process, and improve production efficiency and product quality. Utility Model Content

[0005] This invention provides a production apparatus for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein to overcome the deficiencies in the prior art.

[0006] This utility model provides a production device for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein, comprising a microwave processing unit, a pulverizing unit, a mixing unit, an extraction unit, a centrifugal separation unit, a homogenization and storage unit, a secondary centrifugation unit, a sedimentation unit, a neutralization unit, a sterilization unit, and a drying unit connected in sequence.

[0007] The microwave processing unit is used to cook high-temperature soybean meal, and is equipped with an adjustable material thickness feeding device and a temperature monitoring sensor.

[0008] The pulverizing unit includes an airflow pulverizing device for pulverizing soybean meal;

[0009] The mixing unit is a ribbon mixer, used to mix the pulverized soybean meal;

[0010] The extraction unit is equipped with a pH adjustment device, a temperature control device, and a stirring mechanism;

[0011] The homogenization storage unit includes a multi-stage homogenization pump and a storage tank;

[0012] The sterilization unit is a high-temperature instantaneous sterilization device, connected to a flash degassing device;

[0013] The drying unit is a spray dryer.

[0014] According to the present invention, a production device for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein is provided. The feeding device of the microwave processing unit includes an upper pressure plate and a lower conveyor belt arranged in parallel. The height of the upper pressure plate is adjustable to control the thickness of the material. The temperature monitoring sensor is used to monitor the temperature of the soybean meal in real time and feed it back to the microwave power adjustment system.

[0015] According to the present invention, a production device for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein is provided, wherein the outlet of the airflow pulverizer is connected to the inlet of the ribbon mixer, and the inner wall of the mixing chamber of the ribbon mixer is provided with a spiral stirring belt for mixing materials.

[0016] According to the present invention, a production apparatus for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein includes an extraction unit comprising an extraction tank, an external food-grade alkali solution tank and a temperature control device, and a pH adjustment device comprising a pH sensor and a delivery pump, the delivery pump being connected to the external food-grade alkali solution tank.

[0017] According to the present invention, a production device for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein is provided, wherein the centrifugal separation unit and the secondary centrifugal unit are both horizontal spiral centrifuges. The discharge port of the centrifugal separation unit is connected to a primary solid phase collection tank and a primary liquid phase temporary storage tank, respectively, and the discharge port of the secondary centrifugal unit is connected to a secondary solid phase collection tank and a secondary liquid phase temporary storage tank, respectively.

[0018] According to the present invention, a production apparatus for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein is provided, wherein the inner wall of the storage tank of the homogenization storage unit is provided with a heat insulation layer.

[0019] According to the present invention, a production device for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein is provided, wherein the sedimentation unit includes a sedimentation tank, the sedimentation tank is connected to a food-grade acid tank, and the bottom of the sedimentation tank is provided with a protein suspension collection port.

[0020] According to the present invention, a production apparatus for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein is provided, wherein the neutralization unit includes a neutralization reaction vessel, and the neutralization reaction vessel is equipped with a food-grade alkali tank and a stirring device.

[0021] This invention provides a production apparatus for high-soybean-flavor soy protein. Microwave treatment and airflow pulverization effectively enhance the aroma of the soy protein, resulting in a product with a rich soy flavor. Through precisely controlled extraction and centrifugal separation processes, this apparatus significantly improves the protein extraction rate, ensuring high purity of the soy protein. The collaborative operation of multiple units greatly simplifies the production process, improves production efficiency, reduces manual intervention, and lowers production costs. This invention ensures product consistency and quality stability by precisely controlling key process parameters such as temperature and pH value. High-temperature instantaneous sterilization and spray drying technologies not only guarantee product safety but also maximize the preservation of the nutritional components of the soy protein. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a production device for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of a production device for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein provided in an embodiment of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can typically be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0026] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0027] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "inner", "outer", "upper", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed when in use. 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.

[0029] This application provides a production apparatus for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein, comprising a microwave processing unit 1, a pulverizing unit 2, a mixing unit 3, an extraction unit 4, a centrifugal separation unit 5, a homogenization and storage unit 6, a secondary centrifugation unit 7, a sedimentation unit 8, a neutralization unit 9, a sterilization unit 10, and a drying unit 11 connected in sequence.

[0030] The microwave processing unit 1 is used to cook high-temperature soybean meal, and is equipped with an adjustable material thickness feeding device 101 and a temperature monitoring sensor 102.

[0031] The pulverizing unit 2 includes an airflow pulverizing device for pulverizing soybean meal;

[0032] The mixing unit 3 is a ribbon mixer, used to mix the crushed soybean meal;

[0033] The extraction unit 4 is equipped with a pH adjustment device 401, a temperature control device 402, and a stirring mechanism 403;

[0034] The homogenization storage unit 6 includes a multi-stage homogenization pump 601 and a storage tank 602;

[0035] The sterilization unit 10 is a high-temperature instantaneous sterilization device, which is connected to a flash degassing device;

[0036] The drying unit 11 is a spray dryer.

[0037] To further optimize the above technical solution, the feeding device 101 of the microwave processing unit includes an upper pressure plate 1011 and a lower conveyor belt 1012 arranged in parallel. The height of the upper pressure plate 1011 is adjustable to control the thickness of the material. The temperature monitoring sensor 102 is used to monitor the temperature of the soybean meal in real time and feed it back to the microwave power adjustment system.

[0038] To further optimize the above technical solution, the discharge port of the airflow pulverizer is connected to the inlet of the ribbon mixer. The inner wall of the mixing chamber of the ribbon mixer is provided with a spiral stirring belt 301 to achieve material mixing.

[0039] To further optimize the above technical solution, the extraction unit 4 includes an extraction tank 404, an external food-grade alkali solution tank 405 and a temperature control device 402, and a pH adjustment device 403 consisting of a pH sensor 4031 and a transfer pump 4032, with the transfer pump 4032 connected to the external food-grade alkali solution tank 405.

[0040] To further optimize the above technical solution, both the centrifugal separation unit 5 and the secondary centrifugal unit 7 are horizontal screw centrifuges. The discharge port of the centrifugal separation unit 5 is connected to the primary solid phase collection tank 501 and the primary liquid phase temporary storage tank 502, respectively. The discharge port of the secondary centrifugal unit 7 is connected to the secondary solid phase collection tank 701 and the secondary liquid phase temporary storage tank 702, respectively.

[0041] To further optimize the above technical solution, the inner wall of the storage tank of the homogenized storage unit 6 is provided with a heat insulation layer.

[0042] To further optimize the above technical solution, the sedimentation unit 8 includes a sedimentation tank, which is externally connected to a food-grade acid tank 801, and the bottom of the sedimentation tank is provided with a protein suspension collection port.

[0043] To further optimize the above technical solution, the neutralization unit includes a neutralization reactor 9, which is equipped with a food-grade alkali tank 405 and a stirring device 901.

[0044] Working Principle: After the soybean meal undergoes a cooking process in microwave treatment unit 1, its internal proteins and fats are effectively released. Simultaneously, microwave technology stimulates the aroma components in the soybean meal, enhancing its flavor. The microwave-treated soybean meal then enters an airflow pulverizer, where it is pulverized into fine particles under strong airflow, facilitating subsequent mixing and extraction. The pulverized soybean meal is then mixed evenly with other additives via a ribbon mixer, ensuring thorough integration of all materials. The mixed soybean meal enters extraction tank 404, where food-grade alkali solution and temperature control device 402 work together to help dissolve the protein from the soybean meal. A pH sensor monitors and adjusts the pH value in real time to optimize the extraction effect. The extracted liquid enters centrifugal separation unit 5, where a spiral centrifuge separates the protein from other impurities, yielding a high-concentration soybean protein solution. The separated soybean protein solution is homogenized by a multi-stage homogenizing pump to maintain solution uniformity and is stored in an insulated storage tank to prevent protein denaturation. A second centrifugal separation process further improves protein purity and removes excess water and impurities. The centrifuged liquid enters a settling tank, where sedimentation separates the solid particles from the liquid, collecting the protein suspension. The settled liquid is then sent to a neutralization reactor, where food-grade alkali is added to adjust the pH to suit subsequent processing. The soy protein is then sterilized using a high-temperature instantaneous sterilization device to ensure the final product meets food safety requirements. Finally, the sterilized soy protein enters a spray dryer to rapidly remove moisture, yielding a powdered soy protein product suitable for long-term storage and transportation.

[0045] This invention provides a production apparatus for high-soybean-flavor soy protein. Microwave treatment and airflow pulverization effectively enhance the aroma of the soy protein, resulting in a product with a rich soy flavor. Through precisely controlled extraction and centrifugal separation processes, this apparatus significantly improves the protein extraction rate, ensuring high purity of the soy protein. The collaborative operation of multiple units greatly simplifies the production process, improves production efficiency, reduces manual intervention, and lowers production costs. This invention ensures product consistency and quality stability by precisely controlling key process parameters such as temperature and pH value. High-temperature instantaneous sterilization and spray drying technologies not only guarantee product safety but also maximize the preservation of the nutritional components of the soy protein.

[0046] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A production apparatus for high-soybean-flavor soybean protein, characterized in that, It includes a microwave processing unit, a pulverizing unit, a mixing unit, an extraction unit, a centrifugal separation unit, a homogenization and storage unit, a secondary centrifugation unit, a sedimentation unit, a neutralization unit, a sterilization unit, and a drying unit connected in sequence; The microwave processing unit is used to cook high-temperature soybean meal, and is equipped with an adjustable material thickness feeding device and a temperature monitoring sensor. The pulverizing unit includes an airflow pulverizing device for pulverizing soybean meal; The mixing unit is a ribbon mixer, used to mix the pulverized soybean meal; The extraction unit is equipped with a pH adjustment device, a temperature control device, and a stirring mechanism; The homogenization storage unit includes a multi-stage homogenization pump and a storage tank; The sterilization unit is a high-temperature instantaneous sterilization device, connected to a flash degassing device; The drying unit is a spray dryer.

2. The apparatus for producing high-soybean-flavor soybean protein according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding device of the microwave processing unit includes an upper pressure plate and a lower conveyor belt arranged in parallel. The height of the upper pressure plate is adjustable to control the thickness of the material. The temperature monitoring sensor is used to monitor the temperature of the soybean meal in real time and feed it back to the microwave power adjustment system.

3. The apparatus for producing high-soybean-flavor soybean protein according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outlet of the airflow pulverizer is connected to the inlet of the ribbon mixer. The inner wall of the mixing chamber of the ribbon mixer is provided with a spiral stirring belt for mixing materials.

4. The apparatus for producing high-soybean flavor soybean protein according to claim 1, characterized in that, The extraction unit includes an extraction tank, an external food-grade alkali solution tank, and a temperature control device. The pH adjustment device consists of a pH sensor and a delivery pump, which is connected to the external food-grade alkali solution tank.

5. The apparatus for producing high-soybean-flavor soybean protein according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the centrifugal separation unit and the secondary centrifugal unit are horizontal screw centrifuges. The discharge port of the centrifugal separation unit is connected to the primary solid phase collection tank and the primary liquid phase temporary storage tank, respectively. The discharge port of the secondary centrifugal unit is connected to the secondary solid phase collection tank and the secondary liquid phase temporary storage tank, respectively.

6. The apparatus for producing high-soybean flavor soybean protein according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner wall of the storage tank of the homogeneous storage unit is provided with a heat insulation layer.

7. The apparatus for producing high-soybean-flavor soybean protein according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sedimentation unit includes a sedimentation tank, which is connected to a food-grade acid tank. The bottom of the sedimentation tank is provided with a protein suspension collection port.

8. The apparatus for producing high-soybean-flavor soybean protein according to claim 1, characterized in that, The neutralization unit includes a neutralization reactor, which is equipped with a food-grade alkali solution tank and a stirring device.

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