An adjustable drying rack for noodle processing

Abstract

This utility model discloses an adjustable drying rack for noodle processing, including a base and an adjustment mechanism. The adjustment mechanism includes a support column, a fixing plate, a drying rod, an adjustment hole, an insertion rod, and a quick-fixing mechanism. The support column is fixed to the top surface of the base. The fixing plate has multiple sets of abutments against the outer wall of the support column. The drying rod is fixed to the outer wall of multiple sets of fixing plates. Multiple adjustment holes are respectively set on multiple sets of fixing plates and the support column. The insertion rod is inserted into the adjustment hole. The quick-fixing mechanism includes a fixing sleeve, a slider, a slot, a clamping plate, an abutment block, and a limiting sleeve. The fixing sleeve is inserted into the top of the insertion rod. The operator only needs to simply rotate the threaded sleeve to complete the entire fixing and releasing process without complicated tools or professional skills. This integrated quick-fixing mechanism greatly simplifies the operation process, shortens the adjustment time, reduces the technical requirements for operators, and effectively solves the problems of complex adjustment and low efficiency of traditional drying racks.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of noodle processing technology, and more specifically, it relates to an adjustable drying rack for noodle processing. Background Technology

[0002] In both traditional noodle-making techniques and modern noodle production and processing, the drying process is a crucial step in ensuring noodle quality. Different types of noodles, such as hand-pulled noodles, dried noodles, and thin noodles, have different requirements for drying height due to differences in their thickness, length, and water content. Operators need to flexibly adjust the height of the drying rack according to the specific characteristics of the noodles and environmental conditions to achieve the best drying effect. A drying rack with a fixed height cannot meet the drying requirements of noodles of different lengths, which not only affects production efficiency but also increases the labor intensity of operators.

[0003] In the context of modern noodle processing pursuing high efficiency and standardized production, rapid response and flexible adjustment capabilities have become important factors in improving production efficiency and product quality. The adjustment process of traditional drying equipment often requires multiple people to cooperate and use special tools to gradually adjust the position of each support component. The entire adjustment process is time-consuming and prone to uneven adjustment. Especially in the case of continuous production or batch processing of noodles of different specifications, the frequent height adjustment needs make the limitations of traditional equipment more prominent. It not only prolongs the production preparation time, but may also affect the drying quality of noodles due to improper adjustment. In addition, the complex adjustment operation increases the risk of equipment failure and safety hazards, and requires a high level of technical skills from operators, which further restricts the promotion and application of the equipment in different scale production environments. Utility Model Content

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0005] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides an adjustable drying rack for noodle processing to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] (II) Technical Solution

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an adjustable drying rack for noodle processing, comprising a base and an adjustment mechanism. The adjustment mechanism includes a support column, a fixing plate, a drying rod, adjustment holes, an insertion rod, and a quick-fixing mechanism. The support column is fixed to the top surface of the base. The fixing plate is provided with multiple sets of abutments against the outer wall of the support column. The drying rod is fixed to the outer wall of multiple sets of fixing plates. Multiple adjustment holes are provided, respectively disposed on multiple sets of fixing plates and the support column. The insertion rod is inserted into the adjustment hole. The quick-fixing mechanism includes a fixing sleeve, a slider, a slot, a clamping plate, an abutment block, and a limiting sleeve. The fixing sleeve is inserted into the top of the insertion rod. Multiple sliders are provided, sliding on the outer wall of the fixing sleeve. The slot is disposed on the outer wall of the insertion rod. The clamping plate is fixed to the bottom of multiple sets of sliders. The abutment block is fixed to the top of multiple sets of sliders. The limiting sleeve slides on the outer wall of the fixing sleeve.

[0008] The present invention is further configured such that the outer walls of the multiple sets of abutting blocks are all set as inclined surfaces, and the top end of the limiting sleeve is provided with rounded corners. The inclined surface design makes the limiting sleeve form a wedge-shaped force when pushing the abutting block, which enhances the radial thrust and reduces frictional resistance. The rounded corner design avoids stress concentration caused by sharp corner contact, making the locking and releasing process smoother.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that the outer wall of the fixed sleeve is provided with a movable groove, and the movable groove is provided in multiple sets and is slidably connected to multiple sets of abutment blocks respectively. The movable groove provides a standardized movement track for the abutment blocks, ensuring that the abutment blocks can only move in a controlled manner in the radial direction, preventing deviation and jamming, and improving the operational stability and reliability of the quick-fix mechanism.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that a compression spring is connected between the inner wall of the multiple sets of abutment blocks and the outer wall of the movable groove. The compression spring provides a continuous outward elastic thrust to the abutment blocks, ensuring that the abutment blocks can automatically return to the initial position after the limiting sleeve is released from abutment, thereby realizing the reliable separation of the clamp and the slot and simplifying the unlocking operation process.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that a sliding hole is provided inside the insertion rod, and a pressure block is slidably provided inside the sliding hole. A compression spring is connected between the bottom end of the pressure block and the inner wall of the sliding hole. In the unlocked state, the pressure block is pushed by the elastic force of the compression spring, thereby pushing the fixing sleeve and the insertion rod to automatically separate, avoiding the trouble of manual pulling out and improving the convenience and efficiency of adjustment operation.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that a sliding groove is provided on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve, and a sliding strip is provided on the inner wall of the limiting sleeve. Multiple sets of sliding strips and sliding grooves are provided and slidably connected. The cooperation between the sliding strips and sliding grooves restricts the rotational freedom of the limiting sleeve, ensuring that the limiting sleeve can only move along the axial direction of the fixed sleeve without rotating, thus ensuring the accurate transmission of thrust and the effectiveness of the limiting effect.

[0013] The present invention is further provided that the outer wall of the fixed sleeve is connected to a threaded sleeve, which converts the rotational motion into axial motion through the threaded engagement with the fixed sleeve, providing precise and controllable thrust and self-locking function, so that the operator can complete the locking and releasing operation through a simple rotation action.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that a thrust bearing is connected between the top end of the threaded sleeve and the bottom surface of the limiting sleeve. The thrust bearing separates the rotational motion of the threaded sleeve from the axial motion of the limiting sleeve, reduces frictional loss and improves force transmission efficiency, ensuring that the limiting sleeve can move smoothly and apply uniform pressure to the abutment block.

[0015] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0016] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides an adjustable drying rack for noodle processing, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0017] 1. The adjustment mechanism forms a stable foundation structure by setting up pillars on the base and configuring multiple sets of fixing plates and drying rods on the outer wall of the pillars. The design of multiple sets of adjustment holes on the pillars and fixing plates, in conjunction with the insertion rods, realizes multi-level adjustment of the drying height. This modular height adjustment system allows operators to quickly select the appropriate drying height according to the length and characteristics of different types of noodles without complicated disassembly and assembly processes. The multi-point distribution design of the adjustment holes increases the accuracy and flexibility of adjustment, effectively solving the problem of fixed or cumbersome adjustment of traditional drying racks, and significantly improving the adaptability and efficiency of the drying process in noodle processing.

[0018] 2. The quick-locking mechanism adopts a combination design of a fixed sleeve and sliders. Through the sliding cooperation of multiple sliders on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve, combined with the snap-fit ​​structure of the clamp and the slot, the quick locking and releasing function between the insertion rod and the fixed sleeve is realized. The coordinated action of the abutment block and the limiting sleeve ensures the stability and reliability of the fixing process. The operator only needs to simply rotate the threaded sleeve to complete the entire fixing and releasing process, without the need for complicated tools and professional skills. This integrated quick-locking mechanism greatly simplifies the operation process, shortens the adjustment time, and reduces the technical requirements for operators. It effectively solves the problems of complex adjustment and low efficiency of traditional drying racks, and significantly improves the practicality of the equipment and the user experience.

[0019] 3. By designing a beveled surface on the outer wall of the abutment block and a rounded corner at the top of the limiting sleeve, frictional resistance between components is reduced, making the fixing and releasing process smoother. The sliding connection between the movable groove on the outer wall of the fixing sleeve and the abutment block, along with the cooperation of the compression spring, forms a complete force transmission and buffering system. The sliding hole design inside the insertion rod, in conjunction with the pressure block and the compression spring, realizes the automated function of separating the insertion rod from the fixing sleeve, avoiding the trouble of manual removal. The sliding groove on the outer wall of the fixing sleeve and the sliding strip design on the inner wall of the limiting sleeve ensure the axial movement stability of the limiting sleeve. The threaded connection of the threaded sleeve and the setting of the thrust bearing achieve smooth force transmission. These carefully designed auxiliary components together ensure the smooth operation, precise positioning, and long-term reliability of the entire adjustment system, enabling the drying rack to perform at its best in various noodle processing environments. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an adjustable drying rack for noodle processing according to this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the fixing plate and the support column in this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the fixing sleeve in this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the clamping plate in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the insertion rod in this utility model.

[0025] In the diagram: 1. Base; 2. Support column; 3. Fixing plate; 4. Drying rod; 5. Adjustment hole; 6. Insert rod; 7. Fixing sleeve; 8. Slider; 9. Slot; 10. Clamping plate; 11. Abutment block; 12. Restricting sleeve; 13. Movable groove; 14. Compression spring; 15. Sliding hole; 16. Pressure block; 17. Compression spring; 18. Sliding groove; 19. Sliding bar; 20. Threaded sleeve; 21. Thrust bearing. Detailed Implementation

[0026] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0027] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0028] In this utility model, unless otherwise stated, the orientations used, such as "up" and "down", usually refer to the direction shown in the accompanying drawings, or to the vertical, perpendicular, or gravitational direction; similarly, for ease of understanding and description, "left" and "right" usually refer to the left and right shown in the accompanying drawings; "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of each component itself, but the above directional terms are not used to limit this utility model.

[0029] Please see Figures 1-5 An adjustable drying rack for noodle processing includes a base 1 and an adjustment mechanism. The adjustment mechanism includes a support column 2, a fixing plate 3, a drying rod 4, an adjustment hole 5, an insertion rod 6, and a quick-fixing mechanism. The support column 2 is fixed to the top surface of the base 1. The fixing plate 3 is provided with multiple sets of abutting against the outer wall of the support column 2. The drying rod 4 is fixed to the outer wall of multiple sets of fixing plates 3. The adjustment hole 5 is provided with multiple sets respectively on multiple sets of fixing plates 3 and support columns 2. The insertion rod 6 is inserted into the adjustment hole 5. The quick-fixing mechanism includes a fixing sleeve 7, a slider 8, a slot 9, a clamping plate 10, an abutting block 11, and a limiting sleeve 12. The fixing sleeve 7 is inserted into the top of the insertion rod 6. The slider 8 is provided with multiple sets of sliding on the outer wall of the fixing sleeve 7. The slot 9 is provided on the outer wall of the insertion rod 6. The clamping plate 10 is fixed to the bottom of multiple sets of slider 8. The abutting block 11 is fixed to the top of multiple sets of slider 8. The limiting sleeve 12 slides on the outer wall of the fixing sleeve 7.

[0030] The outer walls of multiple sets of abutment blocks 11 are all set as inclined surfaces, and the top of the limiting sleeve is provided with rounded corners. When the limiting sleeve 12 moves downward, the rounded corners form a wedge-shaped contact with the inclined surfaces of the abutment blocks 11. The inclined surfaces decompose the axial thrust of the limiting sleeve 12 into a radial component, pushing the abutment blocks 11 to slide inward along the movable groove 13. The rounded corner design reduces contact stress and makes the pushing process smooth.

[0031] The outer wall of the fixed sleeve 7 is provided with a movable groove 13. Multiple sets of movable grooves 13 are provided and are slidably connected to multiple sets of abutment blocks 11 respectively. The movable grooves 13 form a guide track to constrain the movement direction of the abutment blocks 11, so that the abutment blocks 11 can only slide radially and cannot be displaced in other directions, ensuring that the abutment blocks 11 can move accurately inward or outward when subjected to force.

[0032] Compression springs 14 are connected between the inner walls of multiple sets of abutment blocks 11 and the outer walls of movable grooves 13. Under normal conditions, compression springs 14 are in a pre-compressed state and generate outward elastic force. When the abutment blocks 11 are pushed inward, the compression springs 14 are further compressed to store more elastic potential energy. When the external force disappears, the compression springs 14 release potential energy to push the abutment blocks 11 to reset outward.

[0033] The insertion rod 6 has a sliding hole 15, and a pressure block 16 is slidably disposed in the sliding hole 15. A compression spring 17 is connected between the bottom end of the pressure block 16 and the inner wall of the sliding hole 15. When the fixing sleeve 7 is inserted into the insertion rod 6, the pressure block 16 is pushed into the sliding hole 15 and the compression spring 17 is compressed. When the quick-release mechanism is unlocked, the compression spring 17 rebounds and pushes the pressure block 16. The pressure block 16 pushes the fixing sleeve 7 to automatically separate it from the insertion rod 6.

[0034] The outer wall of the fixed sleeve 7 is provided with a sliding groove 18, and the inner wall of the limiting sleeve 12 is provided with a sliding strip 19. Multiple sets of sliding strips 19 and sliding grooves 18 are provided and slidably connected. The sliding strip 19 is embedded in the sliding groove 18 to form a keyway connection, which restricts the rotational movement of the limiting sleeve 12 relative to the fixed sleeve 7 and only allows the limiting sleeve 12 to slide along the axial direction of the fixed sleeve 7, ensuring accurate transmission of thrust.

[0035] The outer wall of the fixed sleeve 7 is connected to a threaded sleeve 20, which forms a threaded pair with the fixed sleeve 7. When the threaded sleeve 20 rotates, the thread drive converts the rotational motion into linear motion of the threaded sleeve 20 along the axial direction of the fixed sleeve 7. The axial position of the threaded sleeve 20 is kept stable by the self-locking characteristic of the thread.

[0036] A thrust bearing 21 is provided between the top end of the threaded sleeve 20 and the bottom surface of the limiting sleeve 12. The thrust bearing 21 bears the axial thrust of the threaded sleeve 20 and transmits it to the limiting sleeve 12. At the same time, it allows the threaded sleeve 20 to rotate freely relative to the limiting sleeve 12, so as to prevent the rotational motion of the threaded sleeve 20 from being transmitted to the limiting sleeve 12 and affecting the stability of its axial movement.

[0037] In this embodiment, when the drying rod 4 needs to be installed, the fixing plate 3 is attached to the outer wall of the support column 2, the multiple sets of adjustment holes 5 are aligned, the insertion rod 6 is inserted into the adjustment hole 5, and then the fixing sleeve 7 is inserted into the insertion rod 6. The pressure block 16 abuts against the inner wall of the fixing sleeve 7, slides along the sliding hole 15 and squeezes the compression spring 14. Then, the threaded sleeve 20 is rotated clockwise to engage with the outer wall of the fixing sleeve 7, so that the threaded sleeve 20 pushes the limiting sleeve 12 through the thrust bearing 21 to abut against the outer wall of the multiple sets of abutment blocks 11. The multiple sets of abutment blocks 11 slide along the movable groove 13 and push the clamping plate 10 into the slot 9 through the slider 8, thereby completing the fixing of the fixing plate 3.

[0038] More specifically, when it is necessary to adjust the drying rod 4, the threaded sleeve 20 is rotated counterclockwise to pull the limiting sleeve 12 through the thrust bearing 21 to release the contact with the multiple sets of abutment blocks 11. The multiple sets of compression springs 14 are reset to push the abutment blocks 11 to slide along the movable groove 13 and pull the clamp plate 10 out of the slot 9 through the slider 8, thereby releasing the contact with the insertion rod 6. The pressure block 16 is reset through the pressure spring 17, and the insertion rod 6 is separated from the fixed sleeve 7 through the pressure block 16 and the pressure spring 17, thus completing the disassembly of the drying rod 4. The drying rod 4 is then fixed in other adjustment holes 5.

[0039] In summary, when the entire equipment is in use or operation: when it is necessary to install the drying rod 4, the fixing plate 3 is attached to the outer wall of the support column 2, the multiple sets of adjustment holes 5 are aligned, the insertion rod 6 is inserted into the adjustment hole 5, and then the fixing sleeve 7 is inserted into the insertion rod 6. The pressure block 16 abuts against the inner wall of the fixing sleeve 7 and slides along the sliding hole 15 to compress the compression spring 14. Then, the threaded sleeve 20 is rotated clockwise to engage with the outer wall of the fixing sleeve 7, so that the threaded sleeve 20 pushes the limiting sleeve 12 through the thrust bearing 21 to abut against the outer wall of the multiple sets of abutment blocks 11. The multiple sets of abutment blocks 11 slide along the movable groove 13 and push the clamping plate 10 into the slot 9 through the slider 8, thereby completing the fixing of the fixing plate 3.

[0040] When it is necessary to adjust the drying rod 4, rotate the threaded sleeve 20 counterclockwise to pull the limiting sleeve 12 through the thrust bearing 21 to release the contact with the multiple sets of abutment blocks 11. The multiple sets of compression springs 14 reset and push the abutment blocks 11 to slide along the movable groove 13 and pull the clamp plate 10 out of the slot 9 through the slider 8, thereby releasing the contact with the insertion rod 6. The pressure block 16 is reset through the pressure spring 17, and the insertion rod 6 is separated from the fixed sleeve 7 through the pressure block 16 and the pressure spring 17, thus completing the disassembly of the drying rod 4. Then, the drying rod 4 is fixed in other adjustment holes 5.

[0041] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving the connection between two components can be selected according to the actual situation, such as welding, bolt and nut connection, bolt or screw connection, or other known connection methods, which will not be elaborated here. For all the fixed connections mentioned above, welding is preferred. Although embodiments of this utility model have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this utility model. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An adjustable drying rack for noodle processing, comprising a base (1) and an adjustment mechanism, characterized in that: The adjustment mechanism includes a support column (2), a fixing plate (3), a drying rod (4), an adjustment hole (5), an insertion rod (6), and a quick-fix mechanism. The support column (2) is fixed to the top surface of the base (1). The fixing plate (3) has multiple sets of abutments against the outer wall of the support column (2). The drying rod (4) is fixed to the outer wall of multiple sets of fixing plates (3). The adjustment hole (5) has multiple sets of holes respectively set on multiple sets of fixing plates (3) and the support column (2). The insertion rod (6) is inserted into the adjustment hole (5). The quick-fix mechanism... The structure includes a fixed sleeve (7), a slider (8), a slot (9), a clamp (10), an abutment block (11), and a limiting sleeve (12). The fixed sleeve (7) is inserted into the top of the plug rod (6). The slider (8) is provided with multiple sets of sliding on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve (7). The slot (9) is provided on the outer wall of the plug rod (6). The clamp (10) is fixed to the bottom of the multiple sets of sliders (8). The abutment block (11) is fixed to the top of the multiple sets of sliders (8). The limiting sleeve (12) slides on the outer wall of the fixed sleeve (7).

2. The adjustable drying rack for noodle processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer walls of the multiple sets of abutment blocks (11) are all set as inclined surfaces, and the top of the limiting sleeve is provided with rounded corners.

3. The adjustable drying rack for noodle processing according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer wall of the fixed sleeve (7) is provided with a movable groove (13), and the movable groove (13) is provided in multiple sets and is slidably connected to multiple sets of abutment blocks (11).

4. An adjustable drying rack for noodle processing according to claim 3, characterized in that: multiple sets of... Compression springs (14) are connected between the inner wall of the abutment block (11) and the outer wall of the movable groove (13).

5. An adjustable drying rack for noodle processing according to claim 4, characterized in that: The insert (6) has a sliding hole (15) inside, and a pressure block (16) is slidably provided inside the sliding hole (15). A pressure spring (17) is connected between the bottom end of the pressure block (16) and the inner wall of the sliding hole (15).

6. An adjustable drying rack for noodle processing according to claim 5, characterized in that: The outer wall of the fixed sleeve (7) is provided with a sliding groove (18), and the inner wall of the limiting sleeve (12) is provided with a sliding strip (19). The sliding strip (19) and the sliding groove (18) are provided in multiple sets and are slidably connected.

7. An adjustable drying rack for noodle processing according to claim 6, characterized in that: The outer wall of the fixed sleeve (7) is connected to a threaded sleeve (20).

8. An adjustable drying rack for noodle processing according to claim 7, characterized in that: A thrust bearing (21) is provided between the top of the threaded sleeve (20) and the bottom of the limiting sleeve (12).

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