A mold
By designing the connection structure between the mold and the tray and the nesting scheme of the mold shell, the problem of low efficiency of the patterned line technology in the production of single-color products was solved, realizing efficient production and resource optimization, and improving the output and appearance quality of ice cream.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- INNER MONGOLIA YILI IND GROUP CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
When producing single-color products, the fancy line technology cannot fully utilize its advantages of complex processes and multi-flavor fusion, resulting in low production efficiency, waste of materials and liquids, and high energy consumption, making it difficult to highlight its advantages in food production.
A mold is designed, including a tray and multiple molds connected to the tray. The mold has a receiving cavity and a through hole. The mold shell is nested in the through hole. Both the outer and inner walls of the mold have inclination angles. With the help of special materials and structural design, the flow of liquid material and the demolding process are optimized.
It improved production efficiency, reduced material waste and energy consumption, increased output scale and product appearance quality, and achieved rational utilization of resources and optimization of overall production efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of ice cream production technology, specifically to a mold. Background Technology
[0002] In today's consumer market, consumers' focus on health is driving them to pursue higher-quality, more nutritious food. The growing demand for personalization makes consumers crave unique flavors and customized dining experiences; while the fast-paced lifestyle further increases the demand for convenient foods. Under these market trends, fancy thread, as a technology with unique processes in the food production field, has ushered in a vast space for development.
[0003] Current flavoring technology possesses significant advantages in food production. It can handle complex processes, producing products with rich layers of flavor and unique taste. In creating multi-flavor products, flavoring technology excels, as it can precisely blend various flavored liquids through ingenious process combinations, bringing consumers a diverse range of taste experiences.
[0004] However, problems have also emerged in the actual production process. Especially when producing single-color products, these defects are further amplified because the advantages of its complex process and multi-flavor fusion cannot be fully utilized, making it difficult to effectively highlight the advantages of patterned lines in this field. Utility Model Content
[0005] To address the problems mentioned in the background art and achieve the goal of producing monochrome products from a tunnel production line, this application provides a mold. The mold includes a tray and multiple first molds connected to the tray. The tray has multiple first through holes, each corresponding to a first mold. Each first mold has a receiving cavity communicating with one of the first through holes.
[0006] According to one embodiment of this application, it further includes a first mold shell, which is nested in a first through hole. The first mold shell has an extension portion, and a first mold is sleeved on the periphery of the extension portion.
[0007] According to one embodiment of this application, the first through hole is circular, and the first mold is cylindrical with an arc-shaped cap at the end.
[0008] According to one embodiment of this application, the first mold shell has the same shape as the first through hole, and both the outer wall surface and the inner wall surface of the first mold have an inclination angle.
[0009] According to one embodiment of this application, the system further includes a plurality of second molds connected to a tray. The tray also has a plurality of second through holes, which are provided corresponding to the second molds.
[0010] According to one embodiment of this application, the second mold has a receiving cavity that communicates with a second through hole, and the end of the receiving cavity away from the second through hole is provided with an arc-shaped cap.
[0011] According to one embodiment of this application, a second mold shell is further included. The second mold shell is nested in the second through hole, and the second mold shell has an extension portion. A second mold is sleeved on the outer side of the extension portion.
[0012] According to one embodiment provided in this application, the second mold shell, the second through hole, and the second mold are all polygonal structures.
[0013] According to one embodiment of this application, both the outer and inner walls of the second mold have an inclination angle.
[0014] According to one embodiment of this application, a plurality of fixing holes are symmetrically arranged on the surface of the tray, and the plurality of fixing holes are all located on one side of the first through hole to fix the tray.
[0015] Compared to existing technologies, the significant advancement of this application lies in the fact that the connection scheme provided by this application frees up capacity on the color-changing production line, allowing it to focus on producing other complex process products. This facilitates the rational allocation of capacity for different process products, improving overall production efficiency. Furthermore, when producing single-color products on the tunnel line, its large capacity advantage can be maximized, fully utilizing the equipment's production capacity and increasing output scale. Moreover, by developing dedicated molds for the tunnel line, waste of material and energy consumption during the cleaning process can be reduced, lowering production costs while making more rational use of resources, which is of great value for overall capacity optimization. Attached Figure Description
[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application 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 application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure when the pallet is connected to the first mold according to an embodiment of this application;
[0018] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Top view;
[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Side view;
[0020] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the structure when the pallet is connected to the second mold according to an embodiment of this application;
[0021] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Top view;
[0022] Figure 6 for Figure 4 Side view.
[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0024] 100 - Tray; 110 - First through hole; 120 - First mold shell; 130 - Second through hole; 140 - Second mold shell; 150 - Fixing hole; 200 - First mold; 300 - Second mold.
[0025] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation
[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0027] First, those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely for explaining the technical principles of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Those skilled in the art can make adjustments as needed to adapt to specific application scenarios.
[0028] Secondly, it should be noted that in the description of this application, the terms "front", "rear", "left", "right", "up", "down", "inner", "outer", etc., which indicate the direction or positional relationship, are based on the direction or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. This is only for the convenience of description and does not indicate or imply that the device or component must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this application.
[0029] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" 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 the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.
[0030] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "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 this disclosure. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.
[0031] In today's consumer market, consumers' focus on health is driving them to pursue higher-quality, more nutritious food. The growing demand for personalization makes consumers crave unique flavors and customized dining experiences; while the fast-paced lifestyle further increases the demand for convenient foods. Under these market trends, fancy thread, as a technology with unique processes in the food production field, has ushered in a vast space for development.
[0032] Current flavoring technology possesses significant advantages in food production. It can handle complex processes, producing products with rich layers of flavor and unique taste. In creating multi-flavor products, flavoring technology excels, as it can precisely blend various flavored liquids through ingenious process combinations, bringing consumers a diverse range of taste experiences.
[0033] However, problems have also emerged in the actual production process. Especially when producing single-color products, these defects are further amplified because the advantages of its complex process and multi-flavor fusion cannot be fully utilized, making it difficult to effectively highlight the advantages of patterned lines in this field.
[0034] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure when the pallet is connected to the first mold according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Top view; Figure 3 for Figure 1 Side view; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure when the pallet is connected to the second mold according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 5 for Figure 4 Top view; Figure 6 for Figure 4 Side view.
[0035] To address the problems mentioned in the background art and achieve the goal of producing monochrome products from patterned production lines, this application provides a mold, including a tray 100 and a plurality of first molds 200 connected to the tray 100. The tray 100 has a plurality of first through holes 110, which are corresponding to the first molds 200. Each first mold 200 has a receiving cavity communicating with the first through holes 110.
[0036] It should be noted that, since the receiving cavity of the first mold 200 is connected to the first through hole 110 on the tray 100, during the ice cream filling process, the ice cream liquid can flow quickly and evenly into the receiving cavities of each first mold 200 through the first through hole 110. This structural design makes the production process more efficient, reduces the tedious steps of manual filling, and lowers labor costs. Previously, when producing single-color products on the color line, the complex process was not fully utilized, and a large amount of manpower was invested in operation and monitoring. Now, by using this mold, the capacity of the color line, which was originally used for the production of single-color products, can be released. The color line equipment can concentrate on producing other products that require complex processes, such as ice cream products with multiple flavors and unique shapes, realizing the rational allocation of capacity for products with different processes and improving overall production efficiency.
[0037] When the tunnel line uses this mold to produce single-color ice cream products, multiple first molds 200 are closely arranged on the tray 100. The tunnel line can quickly move the tray 100 and the molds to complete the freezing and shaping process of the ice cream. Because both the outer and inner sides of the first mold 200 have a certain angle, the ice cream can be frozen quickly and evenly within the accommodating cavity, greatly increasing production capacity. Compared to the previous multi-color production lines where the complexity of the process limited equipment operating efficiency for single-color products, the tunnel line combined with this mold significantly improves production efficiency.
[0038] The developed tunnel line mold is made of easy-to-clean and durable materials, such as food-grade stainless steel. After each production run, due to the structural design of the first mold 200 and the tray 100, cleaning fluid can quickly flow through the receiving cavity via the first through-hole 110 to thoroughly clean the inside of the mold. Compared with traditional patterned line molds, this design reduces cleaning dead zones and avoids a large amount of liquid residue. At the same time, the efficient cleaning process reduces the water and energy consumption required for cleaning. In the past, when cleaning patterned line molds, a large amount of liquid residue not only wasted raw materials but also required more cleaning fluid and energy to ensure cleanliness. The mold provided in this application avoids these problems.
[0039] According to one embodiment of this application, it further includes a first mold shell 120, which is nested in the first through hole 110. The first mold shell 120 has an extension portion, and the first mold 200 is sleeved on the periphery of the extension portion.
[0040] It should be noted that the first mold shell 120 and the first through hole 110 fit tightly together, which can effectively prevent the liquid from overflowing and ensure that the liquid flows accurately into the first mold 200, significantly improving the pouring efficiency and reducing material waste. During the demolding stage, an external force is applied to the first mold shell 120, and the movable gap between it and the first mold 200 can be used to easily achieve demolding without damage, greatly reducing the ice cream breakage rate.
[0041] According to one embodiment provided in this application, the first through hole 110 is circular, and the first mold 200 is cylindrical with an arc-shaped cap at the end.
[0042] According to one embodiment of this application, the first mold shell 120 and the first through hole 110 have the same shape, and both the outer wall surface and the inner wall surface of the first mold 200 have an inclination angle.
[0043] It should be noted that the circular first through hole 110 and the first mold shell 120 with the same shape further enhance the function of preventing liquid overflow. The cylindrical first mold 200, in conjunction with the inclination angle of its inner wall, can guide the liquid to quickly and evenly fill the entire internal space of the mold during the injection process.
[0044] The cylindrical first mold 200 with an arc-shaped cap at the end avoids uneven heat exchange in certain areas. The arc-shaped cap at the end of the first mold 200 allows the ice cream to solidify evenly, forming a smooth surface and improving the product's appearance. At the same time, the angle of the outer wall of the first mold 200 helps to accelerate the flow rate of the freezing medium, further improving heat exchange efficiency, allowing the ice cream to set faster and shortening the production cycle.
[0045] Furthermore, the angle of the outer wall of the first mold 200 and the well-designed clearance between it and the first mold shell 120 improve demolding efficiency. When the pushing device of the demolding equipment acts on the extension of the first mold shell 120, the angle of the outer wall of the first mold 200 makes the ice cream more evenly stressed during the process of detaching from the mold, which can easily break the adhesion between the ice cream and the mold.
[0046] According to one embodiment of the present application, the invention further includes a plurality of second molds 300 connected to a tray 100. The tray 100 also has a plurality of second through holes 130, which are provided corresponding to the second molds 300.
[0047] According to one embodiment of this application, the second mold 300 has a receiving cavity that communicates with the second through hole 130, and the end of the receiving cavity away from the second through hole 130 is provided with an arc-shaped cap.
[0048] It should be noted that the second mold 300 provided in this application is a replacement for the first mold 200. When it is necessary to produce ice cream of different shapes, the second mold 300 can be connected to the new tray 100 to meet the production requirements. In addition, it should be specifically explained that the tray 100 is the tray used for tunnel line production, while the first mold 200 and the second mold 300 are molds used for patterned line production. The tray 100 is connected to the first mold 200 and the second mold 300 by welding to achieve the function of producing patterned single-color products on the tunnel line.
[0049] It should be noted that the connection scheme provided in this application frees up capacity on the color-changing production line, allowing it to focus on producing other complex process products. This facilitates the rational allocation of capacity for different process products, improving overall production efficiency. Furthermore, when producing single-color products on the tunnel line, its large capacity advantage can be maximized, fully utilizing the equipment's production capacity and increasing output scale. Moreover, by developing dedicated molds for the tunnel line, waste of material and energy consumption during the cleaning process can be reduced. This lowers production costs while enabling more rational resource utilization, which is of significant value for overall capacity optimization.
[0050] According to one embodiment of the present application, it further includes a second mold shell 140, which is nested in the second through hole 130 and has an extension portion, on the outside of which a second mold 300 is sleeved.
[0051] According to one embodiment provided in this application, the second mold shell 140, the second through hole 130, and the second mold 300 are all polygonal structures.
[0052] According to one embodiment of this application, both the outer and inner walls of the second mold 300 have an inclination angle.
[0053] It should be noted that the second mold shell 140 further enhances the function of preventing liquid overflow. The cylindrical second mold 300, in conjunction with the inclination angle of its inner wall, can guide the liquid to quickly and evenly fill the entire internal space of the mold during the injection process.
[0054] In this application, the second mold 300 is square with an arc-shaped cap at the end, which can prevent uneven heat exchange in certain areas. The arc-shaped cap at the end of the second mold 300 allows the top of the ice cream to solidify evenly, forming a smooth surface and improving the product's appearance. At the same time, the angle of the outer wall of the second mold 300 helps to accelerate the flow rate of the freezing medium, further improving heat exchange efficiency, allowing the ice cream to form faster and shortening the production cycle.
[0055] Furthermore, the angle of the outer wall of the second mold 300 and the well-designed clearance between it and the second mold shell 140 improve demolding efficiency. When the pushing device of the demolding equipment acts on the extension of the second mold shell 140, the angle of the outer wall of the second mold 300 makes the ice cream more evenly stressed during the process of detaching from the mold, easily breaking the adhesion between the ice cream and the mold.
[0056] According to one embodiment of this application, a plurality of fixing holes 150 are symmetrically arranged on the surface of the tray 100. The plurality of fixing holes 150 are all arranged on one side of the first through hole 110 to fix the tray 100.
[0057] It should be noted that when liquid is injected into the first through hole 110 and the first mold 200 or the second mold 300, the tray 100 may experience slight displacement due to the impact force of the liquid. The fixing hole 150, through close cooperation with the corresponding fixing component on the production line conveyor, firmly fixes the tray 100, thereby improving production accuracy.
[0058] Other embodiments of this application will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the application disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this application that follow the general principles of this application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this application are indicated by the following claims.
[0059] It should be understood that this application is not limited to the precise structure described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this application is limited only by the appended claims.
Claims
1. A mold, characterized in that, The device includes a tray (100) and a plurality of first molds (200), the plurality of first molds (200) being connected to the tray (100), the tray (100) having a plurality of first through holes (110), the first through holes (110) being provided corresponding to the first molds (200), the first molds (200) having accommodating cavities, the accommodating cavities communicating with the first through holes (110); It also includes a first mold shell (120), which is nested in the first through hole (110). The first mold shell (120) has an extension portion, and the first mold (200) is sleeved on the periphery of the extension portion. There is an movable gap between the first mold and the first mold shell. The first through hole (110) is circular, and the first mold (200) is cylindrical with an arc-shaped cap at the end; The first mold shell (120) has the same shape as the first through hole (110), and both the outer wall and the inner wall of the first mold (200) have an inclination angle.
2. The mold according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a plurality of second molds (300), which are connected to the tray (100). The tray (100) also has a plurality of second through holes (130), which are provided corresponding to the second molds (300).
3. The mold according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second mold (300) has a receiving cavity that communicates with the second through hole (130), and the end of the receiving cavity away from the second through hole (130) is provided with an arc-shaped cap.
4. A mold according to claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes a second mold shell (140), which is nested in the second through hole (130) and has an extension portion, on the outside of which the second mold (300) is sleeved.
5. A mold according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second mold shell (140), the second through hole (130), and the second mold (300) are all polygonal structures.
6. A mold according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer and inner walls of the second mold (300) are both inclined.
7. A mold according to any one of claims 2-6, characterized in that, The surface of the tray (100) is symmetrically provided with a plurality of fixing holes (150), and the plurality of fixing holes (150) are all located on one side of the first through hole (110), and / or the plurality of fixing holes (150) are all located on one side of the second through hole (130) to fix the tray (100).