A storage device for cranberry processing
By designing a layered storage structure and locking mechanism for cranberry storage devices, the problem of fruit compression in traditional storage methods has been solved, achieving efficient and convenient storage and processing management of cranberries.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HEWEI (CHUZHOU) FOOD CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
Traditional cranberry storage methods cause the berries to be squeezed together, affecting the quality of the entire batch of cranberries, and are also inconvenient to handle.
A cranberry storage device was designed, which includes a storage box, a baffle plate, and a locking mechanism. Multiple sets of shelves are used to separate independent storage chambers. Automatic layered storage is achieved through the feeding pipe, and the locking mechanism facilitates retrieval.
It effectively avoids fruit crushing, maintains the integrity and freshness of cranberries, reduces nutrient loss, and improves the targeting and efficiency of processing.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of cranberry processing technology, specifically relating to a storage device for cranberry processing. Background Technology
[0002] Cranberries, a fruit with a unique flavor and rich nutritional value, have gained widespread attention and popularity globally. In recent years, with the increasing pursuit of healthy eating and a growing awareness of the nutritional value of cranberries, the planting area and yield of cranberries have shown a steady upward trend. They can be eaten directly and are also widely used in food processing, such as making cranberry juice, jam, dried fruit, and baked goods, leading to a booming market demand. Storage is a crucial step in cranberry processing. Proper storage can effectively maintain the freshness, color, and nutritional components of cranberries, providing high-quality raw materials for subsequent processing and ensuring the quality and taste of the final product. However, there are still many problems with the storage of cranberries before processing. Traditional cranberry storage methods typically involve piling the harvested fruit directly on the warehouse floor or in simple containers. Large-scale piling causes the fruit to be compressed against each other, affecting the quality of the entire batch. Utility Model Content
[0003] (1) Technical problems to be solved
[0004] In view of the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a storage device for cranberry processing, which aims to solve the problem that the traditional method of storing cranberries in the existing technology usually involves directly piling the harvested fruits on the warehouse floor or in simple containers. The large-scale piling causes the fruits to squeeze each other, affecting the quality of the entire batch of cranberries.
[0005] (2) Technical solution
[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a storage device for cranberry processing, including a storage box, baffles, and a locking mechanism. The upper surface of the storage box has a feeding port. The interior of the storage box has multiple sets of shelves arranged in an array, which divide the interior of the storage box into multiple independent storage cavities. Baffles are installed on the side walls of the storage box corresponding to the multiple storage cavities. A locking mechanism is provided between the baffles and the storage box. A feed pipe is vertically installed inside the storage box, and multiple feed ports are opened on the outer wall of the feed pipe, with the multiple feed ports corresponding to the shelves.
[0007] Preferably, the storage box has multiple spaced-apart discharge ports on its side wall, and the baffle plate corresponds to the discharge ports.
[0008] Preferably, the locking mechanism includes a fixing block, a mating block, and a moving block, wherein the fixing block is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the storage box.
[0009] Preferably, a toggle block is slidably installed inside the fixed block, and one end of the toggle block slides out of the fixed block.
[0010] Preferably, the mating block has a C-shaped structure and is fixedly installed on the baffle plate.
[0011] Preferably, the actuating block slides into the mating block from inside the fixed block, and a spring is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the actuating block. The spring is vertically arranged and its other end is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixed block.
[0012] Preferably, a sealing plate is installed at the feeding port.
[0013] (3) Beneficial effects
[0014] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this invention are as follows: It effectively avoids fruit compression and improves storage quality. In traditional storage methods, cranberries are piled up in large quantities, causing them to squeeze against each other. This device, however, uses multiple layers to divide the storage box into several independent storage chambers. Cranberries can be automatically stored in different layers within these chambers, avoiding the concentrated compression of large quantities of fruit. This effectively maintains the integrity and freshness of the cranberries, reduces juice loss and nutrient loss, and significantly improves storage quality. The layered storage function of this device allows for classified management. Placing cranberries with different characteristics in different storage chambers facilitates batch-by-batch retrieval according to actual needs during processing, improving the targeting and flexibility of processing. During feeding, simply pour the cranberries into the feeding port; the layered storage is automatically achieved through the feeding pipe and inlet, eliminating the need for manual layering. This simple and convenient operation greatly saves time and labor costs. During discharging, the locking mechanism allows for quick and easy opening or closing of the baffle plate, enabling on-demand retrieval of cranberries and improving work efficiency. Attached Figure Description
[0015] 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 only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the storage box;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the locking mechanism.
[0019] Figure 4 for Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.
[0020] The markings in the attached diagram are as follows: 1. Storage box; 2. Feed port; 3. Locking mechanism; 4. Baffle plate; 5. Feed pipe; 6. Shelf; 7. Storage cavity; 8. Feed port; 9. Discharge port; 10. Actuating block; 11. Spring; 12. Fixing block; 13. Matching block. 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] This specific embodiment is a storage device for cranberry processing, and its structural schematic diagram is shown below. Figure 1 As shown, it includes a storage box 1, a baffle plate 4 and a locking mechanism 3. The upper surface of the storage box 1 is provided with a feeding port 2. The interior of the storage box 1 is arranged with multiple sets of shelves 6, which divide the interior of the storage box 1 into multiple independent storage cavities 7. The side walls of the storage box 1 are respectively equipped with baffle plates 4 corresponding to the multiple storage cavities 7.
[0023] A locking mechanism 3 is provided between the baffle plate 4 and the storage box 1;
[0024] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 4 The storage box 1 has a vertically installed feed pipe 5 inside, and multiple feed ports 8 are opened on the outer wall of the feed pipe 5, which correspond to the shelf 6. Multiple spaced discharge ports 9 are opened on the side wall of the storage box 1, and the baffle plate 4 corresponds to the discharge ports 9.
[0025] Reference Figure 3The locking mechanism 3 includes a fixing block 12, a mating block 13, and a moving block 10. The fixing block 12 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the storage box 1. The moving block 10 is slidably installed inside the fixing block 12, with one end of the moving block 10 sliding out of the fixing block 12. The mating block 13 has a C-shaped structure and is fixedly installed on the baffle plate 4. The moving block 10 slides from the inside of the fixing block 12 toward the inside of the mating block 13. A spring 11 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the moving block 10, and the other end of the spring 11 is vertically arranged and fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing block 12. A sealing plate is installed at the feeding port 2.
[0026] Working principle: Feeding process: Open the sealing plate from the feeding port 2 and pour the harvested cranberries into the feeding port 2 on the upper surface of the storage box 1. At this time, the cranberries will fall down along the feed pipe 5 installed vertically inside the storage box 1. Since there are multiple feed ports 8 on the outer wall of the feed pipe 5 corresponding to the shelves 6, the cranberries will enter the independent storage cavities 7 separated by each shelf 6 through these feed ports 8 during the falling process, realizing automatic layered storage.
[0027] After the cranberries are placed in storage chamber 7, the independent nature of each chamber prevents a large number of cranberries from piling up together, reducing mutual compression between the fruits and effectively maintaining their integrity and freshness. At the same time, this layered storage method also facilitates air circulation within each storage chamber 7, reducing humidity around the fruits, minimizing the possibility of microbial growth, and extending the storage period of the cranberries.
[0028] The baffle plate 4 corresponds to the discharge port 9 on the side wall of the storage box 1 and is fixedly connected to the storage box 1 by the locking mechanism 3. When the locking mechanism 3 is working, the fixing block 12 is fixed to the outer wall of the storage box 1, and the actuating block 10 can slide inside the fixing block 12. When it is necessary to lock the baffle plate 4, the actuating block 10 is slid into the mating block 13. The mating block 13 is fixedly installed on the baffle plate 4 in a C-shape. After the actuating block 10 slides into the mating block 13, it will be held inside the mating block 13 under the action of the spring 11, thereby locking the baffle plate 4 to the storage box 1 and preventing cranberries from leaking out of the storage cavity 7. When it is necessary to take out cranberries from a certain storage cavity 7, simply actuate the actuating block 10 to slide it out from the mating block 13, release the locking of the baffle plate 4, and then open the corresponding baffle plate 4. The cranberries can then be taken out from the discharge port 9.
[0029] All technical features in this embodiment can be freely combined according to actual needs.
[0030] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A storage device for cranberry processing, comprising a storage box (1), a baffle plate (4), and a locking mechanism (3), characterized in that, The upper surface of the storage box (1) is provided with a feeding port (2). The interior of the storage box (1) is arranged with multiple sets of shelves (6). The multiple sets of shelves (6) divide the interior of the storage box (1) into multiple independent storage cavities (7). The side walls of the storage box (1) are respectively equipped with baffles (4) corresponding to the multiple storage cavities (7). A locking mechanism (3) is provided between the baffle plate (4) and the storage box (1); The storage box (1) is vertically installed with a feed pipe (5), and multiple feed ports (8) are opened on the outer wall of the feed pipe (5), and the multiple feed ports (8) correspond to the shelf (6).
2. The storage device for cranberry processing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage box (1) has multiple spaced discharge ports (9) on its side wall, and the baffle plate (4) corresponds to the discharge ports (9).
3. The storage device for cranberry processing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking mechanism (3) includes a fixing block (12), a mating block (13), and a moving block (10). The fixing block (12) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the storage box (1).
4. The storage device for cranberry processing according to claim 3, characterized in that, A toggle block (10) is slidably installed inside the fixed block (12), and one end of the toggle block (10) slides out of the fixed block (12).
5. A storage device for cranberry processing according to claim 4, characterized in that, The mating block (13) has a C-shaped structure and is fixedly installed on the baffle plate (4).
6. A storage device for cranberry processing according to claim 4, characterized in that, The actuating block (10) slides into the mating block (13) from inside the fixed block (12). A spring (11) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the actuating block (10). The spring (11) is vertically arranged and its other end is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixed block (12).
7. A storage device for cranberry processing according to claim 1, characterized in that, A sealing plate is installed at the feeding port (2).