Melting and boiling apparatus for the production of sweets
By introducing multi-layered stirring components and arc-shaped stirring plates into the melting and cooking equipment for candy production, combined with spiral blades and a uniform heating structure, the problem of uneven mixing of candy raw materials has been solved, achieving more efficient stirring and heating effects, and improving production continuity and product quality.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GUANGDONG DOBI BIOTECHNOLOGY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-06
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-19
AI Technical Summary
Traditional candy production equipment with limited mixing range results in uneven mixing of candy ingredients, leading to clumping and uneven mixing.
A melting and cooking device including multi-layered stirring components and arc-shaped stirring plates was designed. Combined with spirally downward-arranged stirring blades and a uniform heating structure, it ensures uniform stirring and heating of candy raw materials in the stirring chamber.
This process achieves uniform mixing of candy ingredients during melting, reduces dead zones in the mixing process, improves mixing effect and melting efficiency, reduces the risk of local overheating, and enhances the stability and safety of the equipment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of candy processing equipment technology, and in particular to a melting and boiling equipment for candy production. Background Technology
[0002] In the candy production process, melting and boiling are key steps. Traditional candy production melting and boiling equipment can only stir around the stirring roller, which cannot cover a wide stirring range. This results in uneven mixing of candy raw materials during the melting process, and easily leads to clumping and uneven mixing. Utility Model Content
[0003] Therefore, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a melting and cooking device for candy production that produces uniformly stirred ingredients.
[0004] The present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0005] A melting and cooking apparatus for candy production includes a frame, a mixing chamber mounted on the frame, a drive assembly, a heating assembly mounted inside the mixing chamber, and a mixing assembly mounted on the drive assembly. The mixing assembly includes a mixing roller mounted on the drive assembly, a first mixing element mounted on the mixing roller, and a second mixing element. The first mixing element includes a first mixing frame mounted on the mixing roller and a first mixing plate mounted on the first mixing frame. The second mixing element includes a second mixing frame mounted on the mixing roller on the side of the first mixing frame away from the drive assembly and a second mixing plate mounted on the second mixing frame. The end of the second mixing plate away from the second mixing frame is provided with an arc-shaped structure that cooperates with the mixing chamber.
[0006] Furthermore, the stirring assembly also includes a third stirring element mounted on the stirring roller; the third stirring element is disposed between the first stirring element and the second stirring element; the third stirring element includes a third stirring bracket mounted on the stirring roller and a third stirring plate mounted on the third stirring bracket.
[0007] Furthermore, the third stirring plate has a chamfer on the side away from the third stirring support that is inclined toward the second stirring member.
[0008] Furthermore, the stirring assembly also includes stirring blades mounted on the stirring roller; the stirring blades are spirally arranged downwards from the end near the driving assembly toward the end away from the driving assembly.
[0009] Furthermore, the mixing chamber includes a mixing outer shell mounted on the frame, a mixing support frame mounted on the mixing outer shell, and a mixing inner shell mounted on the mixing support frame; a heating chamber is formed between the mixing outer shell and the mixing inner shell; and the heating component is mounted on the heating chamber.
[0010] Furthermore, the heating assembly includes a heating bracket mounted on the heating chamber and a heating wire mounted on the heating bracket.
[0011] Furthermore, the candy production melting and cooking equipment also includes a feeding bin and a discharging bin disposed on the mixing bin; the feeding bin is disposed at the top of the mixing bin; the discharging bin is disposed at the bottom of the mixing bin; the feeding bin passes through the outer mixing shell and is connected to the inner mixing shell; the discharging bin passes through the outer mixing shell and is connected to the inner mixing shell.
[0012] Furthermore, the feeding hopper includes a solid material inlet and a liquid material inlet; the solid material inlet and the liquid material inlet are respectively located on both sides of the drive assembly.
[0013] Furthermore, the candy production melting and cooking equipment also includes a sampling valve installed on the stirring chamber; the sampling valve is located on the stirring chamber near the discharge chamber; the sampling valve passes through the outer stirring shell and is connected to the inner stirring shell.
[0014] Furthermore, the candy production melting and cooking equipment also includes casters installed at the bottom of the frame.
[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0016] The candy production melting and cooking equipment involved in this utility model ensures uniform mixing of candy raw materials in the mixing chamber by setting the second stirring plate with an arc-shaped structure that matches the inner wall of the mixing chamber, reducing dead zones in the mixing process and improving the mixing effect. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a candy-making melting and cooking apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the stirring components of a melting and cooking equipment used in candy production;
[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Main sectional view of the mixing chamber of a melting and cooking equipment used in candy production.
[0020] Reference numerals: 10, frame; 20, mixing chamber; 30, drive assembly; 40, heating assembly; 50, mixing assembly; 51, mixing roller; 52, first mixing component; 53, second mixing component; 520, first mixing frame; 521, first mixing plate; 530, second mixing frame; 531, second mixing plate; 54, third mixing component; 540, third mixing support; 541, third mixing plate; 542, chamfer; 55, mixing blade; 21, mixing outer shell; 22, mixing support frame; 23, mixing inner shell; 24, heating chamber; 41, heating support; 42, heating wire; 60, feed hopper; 70, discharge hopper; 61, solid material feed inlet; 62, liquid material feed inlet; 80, sampling valve; 90, caster wheel. Detailed Implementation
[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "vertical direction," "up," "down," and "horizontal," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used 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. In addition, "first," "second," "third," and "fourth" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or a connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0024] Please see Figures 1 to 3This invention discloses a melting and cooking device for candy production according to one embodiment of the present invention. The device includes a frame 10, a mixing chamber 20 mounted on the frame 10, a drive assembly 30, a heating assembly 40 mounted within the mixing chamber 20, and a mixing assembly 50 mounted on the drive assembly 30. The mixing assembly 50 includes a mixing roller 51 mounted on the drive assembly 30, a first mixing element 52 mounted on the mixing roller 51, and a second mixing element 53. The first mixing element 52 includes a first mixing frame 520 mounted on the mixing roller 51 and a first mixing plate 521 mounted on the first mixing frame 520. The second mixing element 53 includes a second mixing frame 530 mounted on the mixing roller 51 on the side of the first mixing frame 520 away from the drive assembly 30, and a second mixing plate 531 mounted on the second mixing frame 531. The end of the second mixing plate 531 away from the second mixing frame 530 has an arc-shaped structure that cooperates with the mixing chamber 20. In this embodiment, the drive assembly 30 is a drive motor.
[0025] The working principle of the candy melting and cooking equipment of this utility model is as follows: The heating component 40 is activated to provide heat to the stirring chamber 20; the candy raw materials in the stirring chamber 20 are subjected to heat and begin to melt; the driving component 30 drives the stirring roller 51 to rotate; the first stirring component 52 and the second stirring component 53 rotate with the stirring roller 51 to initially stir and mix the candy raw materials; the arc-shaped structure of the second stirring plate 531 matches the inner wall of the stirring chamber 20 to ensure the uniform distribution of the candy raw materials in the stirring chamber 20 and avoid dead corners and uneven mixing; the heating component 40 continuously provides heat, so that the candy raw materials gradually melt and cook during the stirring process.
[0026] Compared to existing technologies, the candy melting and cooking equipment of this invention, by setting the second stirring plate 531 in an arc-shaped structure that matches the inner wall of the stirring chamber 20, ensures uniform stirring of candy raw materials within the stirring chamber 20, reduces dead zones, and improves mixing effect; the combination of the first stirring component 52 and the second stirring component 53 achieves multi-level stirring, ensuring thorough mixing of candy raw materials during melting and avoiding clumping and uneven mixing; the heat provided by the heating component 40 is evenly distributed throughout the stirring chamber 20, ensuring that candy raw materials are fully melted and cooked at all locations, improving melting efficiency; the continuous rotation of the stirring component 50 makes the heat distribution more uniform, avoiding local overheating or incomplete melting, and ensuring uniform heating of candy raw materials; multi-level stirring and uniform heating allow the equipment to operate continuously, reducing downtime and improving production continuity.
[0027] Please refer to Figure 2The mixing assembly 50 also includes a third mixing element 54 mounted on the mixing roller 51; the third mixing element 54 is disposed between the first mixing element 52 and the second mixing element 53; the third mixing element 54 includes a third mixing bracket 540 mounted on the mixing roller 51 and a third mixing plate 541 mounted on the third mixing bracket 540. By adding a third mixing element 54 between the first mixing element 52 and the second mixing element 53, the flow and mixing of materials in different directions can be better promoted, thereby improving the overall uniformity of mixing; the presence of the third mixing element 54 can increase the number of force points of the material during the mixing process, which helps to break the agglomeration of materials, accelerate the contact and reaction speed between materials, and thus improve the mixing efficiency; for certain specific materials (such as highly viscous materials or materials containing solid particles), the structure of the third mixing element 54 can better adapt to its characteristics, prevent materials from adhering to the agitator to form dead zones or lumps, and improve the processing quality of the final product; by adjusting the shape, size and positional relationship of the third mixing element 54 relative to the first and second mixing elements 53, the mixing intensity of the entire mixing process can be flexibly controlled to meet different process requirements.
[0028] The third mixing plate 541 has a chamfer 542 on the side away from the third mixing support, tilted towards the second mixing element 53. The chamfer 542 effectively reduces material accumulation at the edge of the mixing plate. When material flows along the third mixing plate 541, the chamfer 542 helps the material transition more smoothly to the second mixing element 53, preventing material from stagnating at the edge of the mixing plate and forming dead corners. The chamfer 542 helps improve the flowability and dispersion of material between the mixing plates. The tilted chamfer 542 allows for better material dispersion, reducing localized uneven concentration and improving overall mixing uniformity. The chamfer 542 reduces direct contact between material and the edge of the mixing plate, thus reducing friction and wear. This not only helps extend the service life of the mixing plate but also reduces the additional heat generated by friction, reducing the risk of material deterioration due to overheating. The chamfer 542 can guide material to flow more quickly from the third mixing plate 541 to the second mixing element 53, increasing the overall flow rate of the material and improving production efficiency.
[0029] The mixing assembly 50 also includes mixing blades 55 mounted on the mixing roller 51; the mixing blades 55 are spirally downward arranged from the end near the drive assembly 30 to the end away from the drive assembly 30. The spirally downward arranged mixing blades 55 can effectively promote the axial flow of materials in the mixing tank; it helps to lift the materials at the bottom upward while pushing the materials at the top downward, forming a continuous circulating flow, thereby improving the mixing uniformity of the materials; the structure of the spiral blades can increase the contact area and force points of the materials during the mixing process, which helps to break the agglomeration of materials and accelerate the contact and reaction speed between materials. This structure is particularly suitable for materials with high viscosity or materials containing solid particles, and can effectively prevent the materials from forming sediment at the bottom of the mixing tank; the continuous downward inclined structure of the spiral blades can help the materials disperse better during the mixing process, reducing the phenomenon of uneven local concentration; it can ensure the quality of the final product; the structure of the spiral blades can reduce the dead area in the mixing tank, ensuring that the materials in the entire tank are effectively mixed; this not only improves the uniformity of mixing, but also reduces the retention of materials at the bottom or corners of the tank, avoiding the problems of local overheating or incomplete reaction.
[0030] Please refer to Figure 3 The mixing chamber 20 includes a mixing outer shell 21 mounted on the frame 10, a mixing support frame 22 mounted on the mixing outer shell 21, and a mixing inner shell 23 mounted on the mixing support frame 22; a heating chamber 24 is formed between the mixing outer shell 21 and the mixing inner shell 23; and a heating component 40 is mounted on the heating chamber 24. The heating component 40 is installed inside the heating chamber 24, which can directly heat the stirring inner shell 23, reducing heat loss and improving heating efficiency. The heating component 40 can be evenly distributed throughout the heating chamber 24, ensuring that the stirring inner shell 23 is heated evenly, thereby achieving uniform heating of the material. Due to the presence of the heating chamber 24, the stirring inner shell 23 can be heated evenly, reducing temperature differences of the material at different locations and avoiding problems such as local overheating or uneven temperature. The uniform heating environment helps to ensure the consistency of material quality during processing and reduces product defects caused by uneven temperature. The stirring outer shell 21 and the stirring inner shell 23 form a double-layer structure, which increases the stability and rigidity of the overall structure and reduces vibration and noise during equipment operation. The stirring support frame 22 can effectively support the stirring inner shell 23, ensuring its stability under high temperature and high load conditions. The double-layer structure of the heating chamber 24 can effectively isolate high temperature, reduce the thermal influence of the external environment, and improve the safety of operators. The heat in the heating chamber 24 is effectively utilized, reducing heat transfer to the outside, reducing energy consumption, and also reducing the impact on the surrounding environment.
[0031] The heating assembly 40 includes a heating bracket 41 mounted on the heating chamber 24 and heating wires 42 mounted on the heating bracket 41. The heating wires 42 are fixed inside the heating chamber 24 by the heating bracket 41, allowing for more direct contact with the stirring inner shell 23, reducing the heat conduction path and improving heating efficiency. The heating bracket 41 can evenly distribute the heating wires 42 throughout the entire heating chamber 24, ensuring more uniform heating and avoiding localized overheating or uneven heating. By rationally arranging multiple heating wires 42 on the heating bracket 41, multi-point heating can be achieved, ensuring uniform heating of all parts of the stirring inner shell 23. The evenly distributed heating wires 42 can reduce the temperature gradient within the stirring inner shell 23, ensuring temperature consistency of the material during the stirring process. The heating bracket 41 can firmly fix the heating wire 42 inside the heating chamber 24, ensuring that the heating wire 42 will not shift or fall off under high temperature and high load conditions, thus improving the stability and reliability of the system. The fixing function of the heating bracket 41 can also reduce the vibration of the heating wire 42 at high temperature, extending the service life of the heating wire 42. The heating bracket 41 is usually made of insulating material, which can effectively isolate the direct contact between the heating wire 42 and metal parts, avoiding the risk of short circuit and electric shock, and improving system safety. Through a good insulation structure, leakage accidents can be effectively prevented, ensuring the safety of operators.
[0032] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3The melting and cooking equipment for candy production also includes a feeding bin 60 and a discharging bin 70 installed on the mixing bin 20; the feeding bin 60 is installed at the top of the mixing bin 20; the discharging bin 70 is installed at the bottom of the mixing bin 20; the feeding bin 60 passes through the mixing outer shell 21 and is connected to the mixing inner shell 23; the discharging bin 70 passes through the mixing outer shell 21 and is connected to the mixing inner shell 23. The feeding hopper 60 is located at the top of the mixing chamber 20, allowing materials to be easily fed into the equipment by gravity or lifting equipment, reducing the complexity and labor intensity of the feeding operation. The discharging hopper 70 is located at the bottom of the mixing chamber 20, allowing materials to be quickly discharged by gravity or pumping equipment, improving discharge efficiency and reducing discharge time. Both the feeding hopper 60 and the discharging hopper 70 pass through the mixing outer shell 21 and are connected to the mixing inner shell 23, forming a sealed feeding and discharging channel, reducing the contact between materials and the outside environment during the feeding and discharging process, and avoiding contamination and loss. For candy materials that require high-temperature melting and cooking, the closed feeding and discharging system can reduce volatilization. The escape of contaminated material maintains a stable internal environment. The rational layout of the feed hopper 60 and discharge hopper 70 makes the overall structure of the equipment more compact, saving installation space and facilitating layout within limited production areas. The top-feed and bottom-discharge structure conforms to the natural flow direction of materials, reducing material residence time and unnecessary mixing within the equipment, thus improving production efficiency. The positional structure of the feed hopper 60 and discharge hopper 70 allows operators to intuitively monitor the material entry and exit, promptly detecting and handling abnormalities. Sensors and control devices can be easily installed to achieve automated control of the feeding and discharging process, improving the controllability and stability of the production process.
[0033] The feeding hopper 60 includes a solid material inlet 61 and a liquid material inlet 62; the solid material inlet 61 and the liquid material inlet 62 are respectively located on both sides of the drive assembly 30. Solid and liquid materials enter through independent inlets, allowing for more flexible control of the feeding time and quantity of different materials, avoiding unevenness problems that may result from mixed feeding; it can meet different process requirements, handling both single-type materials and multiple materials simultaneously, improving the equipment's versatility; the separate inlets effectively prevent cross-contamination between different materials; independent inlets ensure that each material maintains its purity before entering the mixing hopper 20, avoiding potential changes in physical properties caused by mixed feeding; the separate entry of solid and liquid materials into the mixing hopper 20 from different locations allows for better control of material distribution within the hopper, ensuring uniform mixing and improving the mixing effect; solid materials entering from one inlet and liquid materials from another reduces the possibility of solid material agglomeration, contributing to uniform dispersion of materials during the mixing process.
[0034] The melting and cooking equipment for candy production also includes a sampling valve 80 installed on the mixing chamber 20. The sampling valve 80 is located on the mixing chamber 20 near the discharge chamber 70. The sampling valve passes through the mixing outer shell 21 and connects to the mixing inner shell 23. The sampling valve 80's location near the discharge chamber 70 allows for sampling just before material discharge, ensuring that the sampled material represents the final state of the entire mixing process, thus improving sampling accuracy and representativeness. The sampling valve 80 allows for real-time acquisition of the material's physical and chemical properties, such as temperature, viscosity, color, and sugar content, enabling timely adjustment of process parameters and ensuring product quality stability. The structure of the sampling valve 80 facilitates the taking of small samples for testing, reducing material waste. Rapid sampling is achieved, minimizing downtime and improving production efficiency. The location of the sampling valve 80 near the discharge chamber 70 makes the overall equipment layout more rational, reducing additional piping and accessories and improving space utilization. It also makes the installation and maintenance of the sampling valve 80 more convenient, reducing installation space and maintenance costs.
[0035] The candy melting and cooking equipment also includes casters 90 mounted on the bottom of the frame 10. The structure of the casters 90 allows for easy movement of the equipment without the need for multiple people or other handling tools, especially when frequent adjustments to the equipment's position are required in the workshop or production line. Moving the equipment becomes simpler and faster, reducing the physical labor of operators and improving work efficiency. The casters 90 allow the equipment to be adjusted in position according to production needs, adapting to different production environments and layout requirements. When temporary changes to the production line layout or equipment maintenance are required, the casters 90 can quickly move the equipment to a designated location, reducing adjustment time and costs.
[0036] The above description merely illustrates the preferred technical solution of this utility model, and while the description is relatively specific and detailed, it should not be construed as limiting the scope of the utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and this utility model also intends to include these modifications and variations.
Claims
1. A melting and cooking apparatus for the production of confectionery, characterised in that, The device includes a frame, a mixing chamber mounted on the frame, a drive assembly, a heating assembly mounted inside the mixing chamber, and a mixing assembly mounted on the drive assembly. The mixing assembly includes a mixing roller mounted on the drive assembly, a first mixing element mounted on the mixing roller, and a second mixing element. The first mixing element includes a first mixing frame mounted on the mixing roller and a first mixing plate mounted on the first mixing frame. The second mixing element includes a second mixing frame mounted on the mixing roller on the side of the first mixing frame away from the drive assembly and a second mixing plate mounted on the second mixing frame. The end of the second mixing plate away from the second mixing frame is provided with an arc-shaped structure that cooperates with the mixing chamber.
2. The melting and cooking equipment for candy production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The stirring assembly further includes a third stirring element mounted on the stirring roller; the third stirring element is disposed between the first stirring element and the second stirring element; the third stirring element includes a third stirring bracket mounted on the stirring roller and a third stirring plate mounted on the third stirring bracket.
3. The melting and cooking apparatus for candy production according to claim 2, wherein The third stirring plate has a chamfer on the side away from the third stirring support that is inclined toward the second stirring component.
4. The melting and cooking apparatus for candy production according to claim 1, wherein The stirring assembly also includes stirring blades mounted on the stirring roller; the stirring blades are spirally arranged downwards from the end near the driving assembly toward the end away from the driving assembly.
5. The melting and cooking apparatus for candy production according to claim 1, wherein The mixing chamber includes a mixing outer shell mounted on the frame, a mixing support frame mounted on the mixing outer shell, and a mixing inner shell mounted on the mixing support frame; a heating chamber is formed between the mixing outer shell and the mixing inner shell; and a heating component is mounted on the heating chamber.
6. The melting and cooking apparatus for candy production according to claim 5, wherein The heating assembly includes a heating bracket mounted on the heating chamber and a heating wire mounted on the heating bracket.
7. The melting and cooking apparatus for candy production according to claim 5, wherein The candy production melting and cooking equipment further includes a feeding bin and a discharging bin disposed on the mixing bin; the feeding bin is disposed at the top of the mixing bin; the discharging bin is disposed at the bottom of the mixing bin; the feeding bin passes through the outer mixing shell and is connected to the inner mixing shell; the discharging bin passes through the outer mixing shell and is connected to the inner mixing shell.
8. The melting and cooking apparatus for candy production according to claim 7, wherein The feeding hopper includes a solid material inlet and a liquid material inlet; the solid material inlet and the liquid material inlet are respectively located on both sides of the drive assembly.
9. The melting and cooking apparatus for candy production according to claim 8, wherein The candy production melting and cooking equipment also includes a sampling valve installed on the mixing chamber; the sampling valve is located on the mixing chamber near the discharge chamber; the sampling valve passes through the mixing outer shell and is connected to the mixing inner shell.
10. The melting and cooking apparatus for candy production according to claim 9, wherein The candy production melting and boiling equipment also includes casters installed at the bottom of the frame.