A stirring device suitable for a coffee milk tea machine preparation system

The integrated stirring device enables the coffee and milk tea machine to achieve efficient stirring and self-cleaning functions, solving the problems of low production efficiency and inconvenient maintenance, and improving the production efficiency and reliability of the equipment.

CN224387237UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-23MIANYANG LANAO ROBOT CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
MIANYANG LANAO ROBOT CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-07
Publication Date
2026-06-23

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing coffee and milk tea making equipment suffers from problems such as low production efficiency, inconvenient maintenance, high water consumption for cleaning, weak adaptability to multiple product categories, and high failure rate. In particular, its reliability and commercialization are limited in peak scenarios.

Method used

A stirring device was designed, including a stirring section, a stirring tank, a valve group, and a control unit. By centrally setting the control unit, connecting the nozzle and the drive motor, multiple raw materials can be injected and stirred in parallel. Combined with the linkage of the cylinder and the tension spring, rapid stirring and self-cleaning functions are achieved.

Benefits of technology

It can evenly blend coffee and syrup within 50 seconds, increasing production efficiency by 3 times, saving 76% of water, reducing operation and maintenance costs by 60%, and adapting to various equipment scenarios to achieve efficient production during peak hours.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of beverage processing, disclose a kind of stirring device suitable for coffee milk tea machine preparation system, comprising: stirring part, for mixing raw materials;Stirring barrel, for loading raw materials;Valve group, for opening and closing stirring barrel.The utility model is by the control unit, connecting nozzle, drive motor centralized arrangement, so that the discharge port at the lower part of stirring barrel is not set any valve control device, it is convenient to undertake beverage;And only one overhaul position can complete the troubleshooting repair operation to most faults;Through multiple raw materials parallel injection and stirring, the uniform fusion of coffee, syrup is completed within 50 seconds, and the taste is delicate, surpassing manual shaking;Stirring barrel can be cleaned in advance or reused, reducing 80% invalid flushing and saving water by 76%;Make continuous production efficiency increase 3 times, single-machine capacity reaches 40 cups / hour during peak period;Adapt to full-automatic coffee vending machine, full-automatic milk tea vending machine, coffee milk tea vending car, mobile retail car and other equipment scenes.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beverage processing technology, specifically, a stirring device suitable for coffee and milk tea machine preparation systems. Background Technology

[0002] Coffee and milk tea, as social symbols and lifestyle carriers favored by the new generation of young people, have seen explosive growth in consumer demand. To cope with this wave, traditional coffee shops, vending machines, chain brands, and even university laboratories have increased their R&D investment, giving rise to diverse preparation models such as "manual + semi-automatic machine," "purely handmade boutique," and "fully automatic machine production." Currently, a professional-grade latte takes about 6 minutes to make; precise control of variables can replicate the coffee shop flavor. Fully automatic machines take 2-3 minutes to prepare. However, shortcomings in the current system include: insufficient integrated design leading to the separation of raw material modules and extraction units, resulting in large space requirements and complex maintenance; poor raw material stability under dynamic environments, with vibrations and temperature / humidity fluctuations easily causing coffee liquid stratification; low level of automation, reliance on fixed manual cleaning, and multiple rinsings required when switching drinks, resulting in high water consumption and low efficiency; weak adaptability to multiple product categories, and inability to achieve fine adjustments such as syrup gradients; and slow production efficiency, high failure rate, and rising maintenance costs under continuous operation, severely restricting the reliability and commercialization of equipment in peak scenarios. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a stirring device suitable for coffee and milk tea machine preparation systems, which solves the problems of low production efficiency and inconvenient maintenance of existing coffee, milk tea and other beverage making equipment.

[0004] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a stirring device suitable for a coffee and milk tea machine preparation system, comprising: a stirring section for mixing raw materials; a stirring tank for holding raw materials; and a valve group for opening and closing the stirring tank; the stirring section includes a drive motor, stirring blades, and a rotating rod, the stirring blades being mounted on the rotating rod, the rotating rod being rotatably connected to the stirring tank, and the drive motor being drively connected to the rotating rod; the stirring tank is provided with a discharge port and multiple connecting nozzles, the connecting nozzles being used to introduce raw materials; the valve group includes a control unit and a plug, the plug being used to block the discharge port, and the control unit, connecting nozzles, and drive motor being centrally located.

[0005] To better realize this utility model, the control unit further includes a power component and a slide rod, the slide rod is mounted on the rotating rod, the plug is mounted on the end of the slide rod, and the other end of the slide rod is connected to the power component for transmission.

[0006] To better realize this utility model, the power component further includes a linkage rod, a cylinder, and a tension spring. The cylinder is mounted on the mixing tank, the linkage rod is connected to the output end of the cylinder, one end of the tension spring is connected to the linkage rod, and the other end is connected to the mixing tank.

[0007] To better realize this utility model, the drive motor is further connected to the rotating rod via a belt.

[0008] To better realize this utility model, the mixing tank further includes a tank body and a tank cover, the discharge port is disposed on the tank body, and the mixing part and valve assembly are installed on the tank cover.

[0009] To better realize this utility model, a sealing ring is further provided on the bucket lid, and the bucket lid and the bucket body are detachably connected by bolts.

[0010] Compared with the prior art, this utility model has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0011] (1) By centrally setting up the control unit, connecting nozzle and drive motor, this utility model eliminates the need for any valve control device at the discharge port below the mixing tank, making it easier to receive coffee and milk tea below. It also hides the upper part of the mixing tank, making it more aesthetically pleasing. Furthermore, during maintenance, most faults can be checked and repaired from just one maintenance position, facilitating subsequent maintenance work.

[0012] (2) This utility model achieves uniform fusion of coffee and syrup within 50 seconds by injecting and stirring multiple raw materials in parallel, resulting in a smoother taste than manual shaking; the mixing tank can be cleaned or reused in advance, reducing 80% of ineffective rinsing and saving 76% of water; it increases continuous production efficiency by 3 times, with a single machine capacity of 40 cups / hour during peak hours; it is suitable for fully automatic coffee vending machines, fully automatic milk tea vending machines, coffee and milk tea vending carts, mobile retail carts and other equipment scenarios. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0015] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0016] Wherein: 101-Drive motor; 102-Linkage rod; 103-Cylinder; 104-Connecting nozzle; 105-Barrel body; 106-Stirring blade; 107-Plug; 108-Slide rod; 109-Rotating rod; 110-Barrel lid; 111-Tension spring. Detailed Implementation

[0017] 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.

[0018] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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 an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0019] Example 1:

[0020] This embodiment provides a stirring device suitable for a coffee and milk tea machine preparation system, specifically as follows: Figures 1-3 As shown, it includes: a stirring section for mixing raw materials; a stirring tank for holding raw materials; and a valve group for opening and closing the stirring tank. The stirring section includes a drive motor 101, a stirring blade 106, and a rotating rod 109. The stirring blade 106 is mounted on the rotating rod 109, and the rotating rod 109 is rotatably connected to the stirring tank. The drive motor 101 is driven by the rotating rod 109. The stirring tank is provided with a discharge port and multiple connecting nozzles 104. The connecting nozzles 104 are used to introduce raw materials, and different connecting nozzles 104 are connected to different raw material pipes, such as milk, tea, coffee, syrup, water, gas, etc. The valve group includes a control unit and a plug 107. The plug 107 is used to block the discharge port. The control unit, connecting nozzles 104, and drive motor 101 are centrally located.

[0021] By centrally arranging the control unit, connecting nozzle 104, and drive motor 101, no valve control device is installed at the discharge port below the mixing tank, which facilitates the receiving of coffee and milk tea from below. The upper part of the mixing tank is also covered and hidden, making the appearance more aesthetically pleasing. Furthermore, during maintenance, most faults can be diagnosed and repaired from a single maintenance position, facilitating subsequent maintenance work.

[0022] Example 2:

[0023] This embodiment further extends the above embodiment, specifically as follows: Figure 2 As shown, the control unit includes a power component and a slide rod 108. The slide rod 108 is mounted on the rotating rod 109, and the plug 107 is mounted on one end of the slide rod 108. The other end of the slide rod 108 is connected to the power component for transmission. The power component is used to drive the slide rod 108 to reciprocate longitudinally, thereby driving the plug 107 to open and close the mixing tank.

[0024] Furthermore, the power component includes a linkage rod 102, a cylinder 103, and a tension spring 111. The cylinder 103 is mounted on the mixing tank, the linkage rod 102 is connected to the output end of the cylinder 103, and one end of the tension spring 111 is connected to the linkage rod 102, while the other end is connected to the mixing tank. When the beverage is prepared, the cylinder 103 extends, at which point the linkage rod 102 drives the slide rod 108 to rise, the tension spring 111 is stretched, and the plug 107 no longer blocks the discharge port, allowing the beverage to flow out and be packaged. After completion, the cylinder 103 resets and the power is cut off. Under the action of the tension spring 111, the linkage rod 102 presses down on the slide rod 108, that is, the plug 107 presses against the discharge port, achieving a sealing effect.

[0025] Furthermore, the drive motor 101 is connected to the rotating rod 109 via a belt. The belt connection allows the position of the drive motor 101 to be flexibly adjusted according to the design and spatial layout.

[0026] Furthermore, the mixing tank includes a tank body 105 and a tank cover 110. The discharge port is located on the tank body 105, and the mixing unit and valve assembly are installed on the tank cover 110. The split design allows for subsequent maintenance by simply removing the tank cover 110 without moving the tank body 105.

[0027] Furthermore, a sealing ring is provided on the bucket lid 110, and the bucket lid 110 is detachably connected to the bucket body 105 by bolts. Disassembly and installation are convenient, and the seal prevents foreign objects from entering.

[0028] Specific working principle: Depending on the beverage to be prepared, the raw materials are selectively introduced into the mixing tank through different connecting nozzles 104 via external pipelines. At the same time, the drive motor 101 is started, and the stirring blades 106 begin to stir the raw materials. After stirring, the cylinder 103 extends, and the plug 107 moves upward, allowing the beverage to flow into the cup below in one go. After the material is dispensed, the cylinder 103 picks up the gas source, and under the action of the tension spring 111, the plug 107 closes the mixing tank again. If the next customer orders the same product, there is no need to clean the mixing tank; the mixing can be done directly. If a different product is ordered, clean water is sprayed into the mixing tank through the corresponding connecting nozzle 104 for cleaning. After cleaning, the plug 107 is raised, and the wastewater is discharged and collected by the funnel (which is not part of this device and will not be described in detail here). Then, the air valve is opened, and the air is blown into the mixing tank through the corresponding connecting nozzle 104 to blow out the water adhering to its inner wall, preventing it from affecting the taste of the next cup of beverage.

[0029] This device utilizes multi-raw material parallel injection and stirring technology to achieve uniform blending of coffee and syrup within 50 seconds, resulting in a smoother taste than manual shaking. The stirring tank can be pre-cleaned or reused, reducing ineffective rinsing by 80% and saving 76% of water. It increases continuous production efficiency by 3 times, with a peak single-machine capacity of 40 cups / hour. The integrated and self-cleaning design minimizes water consumption during cleaning. It is compatible with fully automatic coffee vending machines, fully automatic milk tea vending machines, coffee and milk tea vending carts, and mobile retail carts, supporting various coffee, milk tea (non-large solid ingredients), and beverage recipes. Maintenance costs are reduced by 60%, while supporting flexible production of over 50 beverages, achieving a closed-loop business value system integrating "rapid production + premium taste + full-scenario penetration."

[0030] The other parts of this embodiment are the same as those in the above embodiments, and will not be described again.

[0031] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Any simple modifications or equivalent changes made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A stirring device suitable for a coffee and milk tea machine preparation system, characterized in that, include: A mixing section is used to mix raw materials; a mixing tank is used to hold raw materials; a valve group is used to open and close the mixing tank; the mixing section includes a drive motor (101), a mixing blade (106), and a rotating rod (109), the mixing blade (106) is mounted on the rotating rod (109), the rotating rod (109) is rotatably connected to the mixing tank, and the drive motor (101) is drivenly connected to the rotating rod (109); the mixing tank is provided with a discharge port and multiple connecting nozzles (104), the connecting nozzles (104) are used to introduce raw materials; the valve group includes a control unit and a plug (107), the plug (107) is used to block the discharge port, and the control unit, connecting nozzles (104), and drive motor (101) are centrally located.

2. The stirring device for a coffee / milk tea machine preparation system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control unit includes a power component and a slide rod (108). The slide rod (108) is mounted on the rotating rod (109). The plug (107) is mounted on the end of the slide rod (108). The other end of the slide rod (108) is connected to the power component for transmission.

3. The stirring device for a coffee / milk tea machine preparation system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The power component includes a linkage rod (102), a cylinder (103), and a tension spring (111). The cylinder (103) is mounted on the mixing tank. The linkage rod (102) is connected to the output end of the cylinder (103). One end of the tension spring (111) is connected to the linkage rod (102), and the other end is connected to the mixing tank.

4. A stirring device suitable for a coffee / milk tea machine preparation system according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: The drive motor (101) is connected to the rotating rod (109) via a belt.

5. A stirring device suitable for a coffee / milk tea machine preparation system according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that: The mixing tank includes a tank body (105) and a tank cover (110). The discharge port is located on the tank body (105), and the mixing part and valve group are installed on the tank cover (110).

6. A stirring device suitable for a coffee and milk tea machine preparation system according to claim 5, characterized in that: A sealing ring is provided on the bucket lid (110), and the bucket lid (110) and the bucket body (105) are detachably connected by bolts.