A beef jerky marinating apparatus

Abstract

This utility model discloses a marinating device for beef jerky, including a base, a support seat on the base, a flipping structure between the base and the support seat, an mounting seat on the base, a marinating barrel on the mounting seat, a marinating mesh tube inside the marinating barrel, one end of the marinating mesh tube being closed and equipped with a drive shaft, a shaft seat fitted on the marinating barrel, the drive shaft being mounted on the shaft seat via bearings and extending outwards, a drive assembly fitted on the support seat to the drive shaft, an inlet pipe being mounted inside the drive shaft via bearings, the inner end of the inlet pipe extending to the inner top of the marinating mesh tube and equipped with a spray assembly, an outlet pipe being provided at the bottom of the side wall of the marinating barrel, the inner end of the outlet pipe being located outside the marinating mesh tube, and a marinating liquid circulation assembly being provided between the outer end and the inlet pipe. This utility model can realize dynamic marinating in the beef marinating process, improving the marinating effect and efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beef jerky processing technology, and more specifically, to a marinating device for beef jerky. Background Technology

[0002] Beef jerky is a delicious meat product made by marinating, air-drying, or baking beef. It has a chewy texture and a rich flavor.

[0003] Beef jerky needs to be marinated in advance during the production and processing process. Traditional marinating methods mostly use static marinating, where beef is cut into strips or slices and then soaked in the marinade. However, this static marinating method results in poor contact between the marinade and the beef. Some slices or strips of meat may also stick together due to prolonged sitting, preventing the marinade from penetrating and thus affecting the final taste of the beef jerky.

[0004] To avoid the above-mentioned phenomena, existing technologies add a stirring structure to the marinating barrel or marinating box to mechanically stir the beef during the marinating process. However, this mechanical stirring method forcibly compresses the beef during the stirring process, which can easily cause the beef strips or slices to break, affecting the final product. Utility Model Content

[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0006] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a marinating device for beef jerky to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art.

[0007] (II) Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0009] A marinating device for beef jerky includes a base, a support seat on the base, a flipping structure between the base and the support seat, an mounting seat on the base, a marinating barrel mounted on the mounting seat, a marinating mesh tube inside the marinating barrel, one end of the marinating mesh tube being closed and equipped with a drive shaft, a shaft seat fitted on the marinating barrel, the drive shaft being mounted on the shaft seat via bearings and extending outwards, a drive assembly fitted on the support seat to the drive shaft, an inlet pipe mounted inside the drive shaft via bearings, a spray assembly located at the inner end of the inlet pipe extending to the inner top of the marinating mesh tube, an outlet pipe located at the bottom of the side wall of the marinating barrel, the inner end of the outlet pipe being located outside the marinating mesh tube, and a marinating liquid circulation assembly located between the outer end and the inlet pipe.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that the flipping structure includes a support frame, the support frame is disposed on the base, one end of the support seat is hinged to the support frame, and the other end is hinged to the base with an electric push rod. When discharging, the electric push rod is activated, and the support seat can be flipped on the base by the electric push rod, thereby causing the marinating barrel to tilt slightly, so that the marinated beef can be discharged more conveniently.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that the driving component includes a driving motor, the driving motor is mounted on a support base, and a pulley driving structure is provided between the output end of the driving motor and the extension end of the driving shaft.

[0012] The present invention is further configured such that the pulley drive structure includes a drive wheel, which is located at the output end of the drive motor, and a driven wheel is located at the extension end of the drive shaft. A drive belt is sleeved between the drive wheel and the driven wheel. When the drive motor is started, the drive wheel is controlled to rotate, and the driven wheel is controlled to rotate through the cooperation of the drive wheel and the drive belt, thereby realizing the rotation drive of the drive shaft. The drive shaft can realize the rotation drive of the marinating mesh cylinder. Here, the end of the marinating mesh cylinder away from the drive shaft can be rotatably connected to the marinating barrel through a sealed bearing, which improves the installation stability of the marinating mesh cylinder. During the rotation of the marinating mesh cylinder, the beef inside can be automatically turned over, so that the beef and the marinating juice can be fully and evenly contacted, thereby improving the marinating effect.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that the spraying assembly includes a spraying main pipe, which is horizontally distributed at the top of the inside of the marinating mesh cylinder after being bent upward from the liquid inlet pipe. Multiple nozzles are evenly arranged on the spraying main pipe. Through the cooperation of the spraying main pipe and the nozzles, the marinating juice can be evenly sprayed in the marinating mesh cylinder, so that the marinating juice is evenly distributed in the beef.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that the marinating liquid circulation assembly includes a pump body, the input end of the pump body is connected to the outlet pipe, and a supply pipe is provided between the output end and the inlet pipe. When the pump body is started, the marinating liquid is drawn out through the outlet pipe and transported to the spray main pipe through the cooperation of the supply pipe and the inlet pipe. The marinating liquid is then sprayed out through the nozzles on the spray main pipe, thereby evenly spraying the marinating liquid onto the surface of the beef. In this way, excess marinating liquid will fall back to the bottom of the marinating tank, thus realizing a circulation loop. This can enhance the uniformity of the marinating liquid, avoid sedimentation in the marinating liquid, and improve the uniformity of contact between the marinating liquid and the beef, thereby improving the marinating effect and efficiency of the beef.

[0015] The present invention is further configured such that a sealing door is provided at the end of the marinating barrel away from the drive shaft, and the sealing door is sealed and fitted to the outer end of the marinating barrel and the outer end of the marinating mesh tube, thereby achieving the closure of the opening positions of the outer ends of the marinating barrel and the marinating mesh tube during the marinating of beef.

[0016] The present invention is further configured such that one end of the sealing door is hinged to the pickling barrel, and a protective lock is provided between the other end and the pickling barrel, thereby locking the sealing door through the protective lock.

[0017] The present invention is further configured such that an input pipe extends outward from the input end of the liquid inlet pipe, a drain pipe is provided on the liquid supply pipe, and valves are provided on both the input pipe and the drain pipe. The input pipe is used for feeding the pickling liquid into the pickling barrel, the drain pipe is used for discharging residual pickling liquid, and the valves are used to control the opening and closing of the input pipe and the drain pipe.

[0018] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0019] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a marinating device for beef jerky, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] 1. Dynamic marinating improves both effect and efficiency.

[0021] This invention uses a drive motor to rotate the marinating mesh cylinder, automatically turning the beef during the marinating process. This avoids the problems of uneven marinade contact and meat sticking caused by traditional static marinating. Simultaneously, a spraying component evenly sprays the marinade onto the beef surface, and a circulating pump ensures continuous flow of the marinade, effectively preventing sedimentation and ensuring that each piece of beef fully absorbs the marinade. This dynamic marinating method significantly improves the uniformity and efficiency of marinating, shortens marinating time, and avoids the physical damage to the beef caused by mechanical stirring, thus preserving the integrity and texture of the beef jerky.

[0022] 2. Convenient material discharge and cleaning design

[0023] The equipment uses an electric push rod to control the tilting of the support base, allowing the marinating barrel to tilt and facilitate the rapid discharge of beef after marinating, reducing manual labor intensity. The design of the drain and inlet pipes facilitates the addition and discharge of marinade, and the valve control simplifies the cleaning process. The sealing door and protective lock structure ensure the airtightness of the marinating process, preventing marinade leakage, while also facilitating the loading and unloading of beef. The overall design balances practicality and hygiene. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figures 1-3 These are schematic diagrams of the overall structure of a marinating device for beef jerky according to this utility model from different perspectives.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the sealed door in the open state in this utility model.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Base; 2. Support seat; 3. Mounting seat; 4. Pickling barrel; 5. Pickling mesh tube; 6. Drive shaft; 7. Shaft seat; 8. Inlet pipe; 9. Outlet pipe; 10. Support frame; 11. Electric push rod; 12. Drive motor; 13. Drive wheel; 14. Driven wheel; 15. Drive belt; 16. Main spray pipe; 17. Nozzle; 18. Pump body; 19. Supply pipe; 20. Sealing door; 21. Protective lock; 22. Input pipe; 23. Drain pipe; 24. Valve. Detailed Implementation

[0028] 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.

[0029] 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.

[0030] 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.

[0031] Please see Figures 1-5 A marinating device for beef jerky includes a base 1, a support seat 2 on the base 1, a flipping structure between the base 1 and the support seat 2, an mounting seat 3 on the base 1, a marinating barrel 4 on the mounting seat 3, a marinating mesh cylinder 5 inside the marinating barrel 4, one end of the marinating mesh cylinder 5 being closed and equipped with a drive shaft 6, a shaft seat 7 being fitted on the marinating barrel 4, the drive shaft 6 being mounted on the shaft seat 7 via bearings and extending outwards, a drive assembly being fitted on the support seat 2 in conjunction with the drive shaft 6, an inlet pipe 8 being mounted inside the drive shaft 6 via bearings, the inner end of the inlet pipe 8 extending to the inner top of the marinating mesh cylinder 5 and equipped with a spray assembly, an outlet pipe 9 being provided at the bottom of the side wall of the marinating barrel 4, the inner end of the outlet pipe 9 being located outside the marinating mesh cylinder 5, and a marinating liquid circulation assembly being provided between the outer end and the inlet pipe 8.

[0032] Please see Figures 1-5As one implementation of the flipping structure: the flipping structure includes a support frame 10, which is set on the base 1. One end of the support seat 2 is hinged to the support frame 10, and the other end is hinged to the base 1 with an electric push rod 11. When discharging, the electric push rod 11 is activated, and the support seat 2 can be flipped on the base 1 by the electric push rod 11, so that the marinating barrel 4 is slightly tilted. In this way, the marinated beef can be discharged more conveniently.

[0033] Please see Figures 1-5 As one implementation of the drive assembly: the drive assembly includes a drive motor 12, which is mounted on the support base 2, and a pulley drive structure is provided between the output end of the drive motor 12 and the extension end of the drive shaft 6.

[0034] The belt drive structure includes a drive wheel 13, which is located at the output end of the drive motor 12. A driven wheel 14 is located at the extension end of the drive shaft 6. A drive belt 15 is fitted between the drive wheel 13 and the driven wheel 14. When the drive motor 12 is started, the drive wheel 13 is rotated. The drive wheel 14 is rotated by the cooperation between the drive wheel 13 and the drive belt 15, thereby driving the rotation of the drive shaft 6. The drive shaft 6 can drive the rotation of the marinating mesh cylinder 5. Here, the end of the marinating mesh cylinder 5 away from the drive shaft 6 can be rotatably connected to the marinating barrel 4 through a sealed bearing, which improves the installation stability of the marinating mesh cylinder 5. During the rotation of the marinating mesh cylinder 5, the beef inside can be automatically turned over, so that the beef and the marinating juice can be fully and evenly contacted, improving the marinating effect.

[0035] Please see Figures 1-5 As one embodiment of the spraying assembly: the spraying assembly includes a spraying main pipe 16, which is horizontally distributed at the top of the inside of the marinating mesh cylinder 5 after being bent upward from the liquid inlet pipe 8. Multiple nozzles 17 are evenly arranged on the spraying main pipe 16. Through the cooperation of the spraying main pipe 16 and the nozzles 17, the marinating juice can be evenly sprayed in the marinating mesh cylinder 5, so that the marinating juice is evenly distributed in the beef.

[0036] Please see Figures 1-5As one implementation of the marinade circulation component: the marinade circulation component includes a pump body 18, the input end of the pump body 18 is connected to the outlet pipe 9, and a supply pipe 19 is provided between the output end and the inlet pipe 8. When the pump body 18 is started, the marinade is drawn out through the outlet pipe 9 under the action of the pump body 18, and transported to the spray main pipe 16 through the cooperation of the supply pipe 19 and the inlet pipe 8. It is then sprayed out through the nozzles 17 on the spray main pipe 16, thereby evenly spraying the marinade onto the surface of the beef. In this way, the excess marinade will fall back to the bottom of the marinating tank 4, thus realizing the circulation loop. This can enhance the uniformity of the marinade, avoid sedimentation in the marinade, and improve the uniformity of contact between the marinade and the beef, thereby improving the marinating effect and efficiency of the beef.

[0037] Please see Figures 1-5 As one implementation of the marinating barrel 4: a sealing door 20 is provided at the end of the marinating barrel 4 away from the drive shaft 6. The sealing door 20 is sealed and fitted to the outer end of the marinating barrel 4 and the marinating mesh tube 5. The sealing door 20 is used to close the opening of the outer end of the marinating barrel 4 and the marinating mesh tube 5 when the beef is marinated.

[0038] Please see Figures 1-5 As one embodiment of the sealing door 20: one end of the sealing door 20 is hinged to the pickling barrel 4, and a protective lock 21 is provided between the other end and the pickling barrel 4, so as to lock the sealing door 20.

[0039] This utility model has an input pipe 22 extending outward from the input end of the liquid inlet pipe 8, and a drain pipe 23 provided on the liquid supply pipe 19. Both the input pipe 22 and the drain pipe 23 are equipped with valves 24. The input pipe 22 is used to feed the pickling liquid into the pickling tank 4, and the drain pipe 23 is used to discharge the residual pickling liquid. The valves 24 are used to control the opening and closing of the input pipe 22 and the drain pipe 23.

[0040] In summary:

[0041] When using this utility model, open the sealing door 20, place the beef to be marinated into the marinating mesh tube 5, and then close the sealing door 20 to achieve a sealed closure between the marinating bucket 4 and the marinating mesh tube 5.

[0042] Before or after, the marinade is delivered through the input pipe 22 to the spray pipe 16 inside the marinating tank 4, and sprayed evenly through the nozzle 17 so that the marinade covers part of the beef.

[0043] During the pickling process, the drive motor 12 is started, and the drive motor 12 controls the rotation of the drive wheel 13. The drive wheel 13 and the drive belt 15 work together to control the rotation of the driven wheel 14, thereby driving the rotation of the drive shaft 6. The drive shaft 6 can drive the rotation of the pickling net cylinder 5.

[0044] Here, the end of the pickling mesh cylinder 5 furthest from the drive shaft 6 can be rotatably connected to the pickling barrel 4 through a sealed bearing, thereby improving the installation stability of the pickling mesh cylinder 5;

[0045] During the rotation of the marinating mesh tube 5, the beef inside can automatically flip along with the marinating mesh tube 5 under the action of friction, and automatically fall under its own weight, so that the beef can fully and evenly contact the marinating juice, thus improving the marinating effect.

[0046] During the above process, the pump body 18 can be started. Under the action of the pump body 18, the marinade is extracted through the outlet pipe 9 and transported to the spray pipe 16 through the cooperation of the supply pipe 19 and the inlet pipe 8. The marinade is then sprayed out through the nozzle 17 on the spray pipe 16, thereby evenly spraying the marinade onto the surface of the beef.

[0047] In this way, the excess marinade will fall back to the bottom of the marinating bucket 4, thus achieving circulation, which can enhance the uniformity of the marinade and prevent sedimentation in the marinade.

[0048] At the same time, it can improve the uniformity of contact between the marinade and the beef, thereby improving the marinating effect and efficiency of the beef.

[0049] When draining the marinade after marinating, the marinade can be drained through the drain pipe 23.

[0050] Next, open the sealing door 20 and start the electric push rod 11. The electric push rod 11 can control the support seat 2 to flip on the base 1, so that the marinating barrel 4 is slightly tilted, which makes it easier to discharge the marinated beef.

[0051] If required, this utility model can utilize existing mechanical seal structures to achieve sealing at the bearing connection.

[0052] In all the solutions mentioned above, 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 the 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 principle and spirit of this utility model. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0053] In all the solutions mentioned above, those involving the operation of electrical components, unless otherwise specified, are controlled by a controller. Since the devices matched with the controllers are common devices, their control principles and circuit connections are existing, well-known, and mature technologies, and their specific circuit structures will not be described in detail here.

[0054] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving motors can be combined with reducers if necessary. The connection structure and working principle between the motor and the reducer are existing known technologies, and this utility model will not elaborate on them.

[0055] If any of the technical solutions mentioned above involve a synchronous belt drive structure, and there is no specific structure, they are all existing technologies involving the combination of synchronous belt and synchronous pulley. The connection between the synchronous belt and the shaft structure is a known technology and will not be elaborated upon in this utility model.

[0056] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving the connection between solar panels and batteries can be equipped with essential accessories such as inverters, battery charging controllers, cables, fuses, and brackets. Their control principles and circuit connections are all existing, well-known, and mature technologies, and their specific circuit structures will not be elaborated here.

Claims

1. A marinating device for beef jerky, comprising a base (1), characterized in that: A support seat (2) is provided on the base (1), and a flipping structure is provided between the base (1) and the support seat (2). A mounting seat (3) is provided on the base (1), and a pickling barrel (4) is mounted on the mounting seat (3). A pickling mesh tube (5) is provided inside the pickling barrel (4). One end of the pickling mesh tube (5) is closed and a drive shaft (6) is provided. A shaft seat (7) is provided on the pickling barrel (4), and the drive shaft (6) is mounted on the shaft seat (7) through a bearing. The support base (2) is equipped with a drive assembly in conjunction with the drive shaft (6). The drive shaft (6) is equipped with an inlet pipe (8) through a bearing. The inner end of the inlet pipe (8) extends to the top of the inside of the pickling net cylinder (5) and is equipped with a spray assembly. The bottom of the side wall of the pickling barrel (4) is equipped with an outlet pipe (9). The inner end of the outlet pipe (9) is located outside the pickling net cylinder (5), and a pickling liquid circulation assembly is provided between the outer end and the inlet pipe (8).

2. The marinating equipment for beef jerky according to claim 1, characterized in that: The flipping structure includes a support frame (10), which is mounted on a base (1). One end of the support seat (2) is hinged to the support frame (10), and the other end is hinged to the base (1) with an electric push rod (11).

3. The marinating equipment for beef jerky according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drive assembly includes a drive motor (12), which is mounted on a support base (2). A pulley drive structure is provided between the output end of the drive motor (12) and the extension end of the drive shaft (6).

4. The marinating equipment for beef jerky according to claim 3, characterized in that: The pulley drive structure includes a drive wheel (13), which is located at the output end of the drive motor (12). A driven wheel (14) is located at the extension end of the drive shaft (6). A drive belt (15) is sleeved between the drive wheel (13) and the driven wheel (14).

5. The marinating equipment for beef jerky according to claim 1, characterized in that: The spray assembly includes a spray main pipe (16), which is horizontally distributed at the top of the inside of the pickling net cylinder (5) after being bent upward from the liquid inlet pipe (8). Multiple nozzles (17) are evenly arranged on the spray main pipe (16).

6. The marinating equipment for beef jerky according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pickling liquid circulation assembly includes a pump body (18), the input end of which is connected to the liquid outlet pipe (9), and a liquid supply pipe (19) is provided between the output end and the liquid inlet pipe (8).

7. The marinating equipment for beef jerky according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pickling barrel (4) is provided with a sealing door (20) at the end away from the drive shaft (6), and the sealing door (20) is sealed and fitted to the outer end of the pickling barrel (4) and the pickling mesh cylinder (5).

8. The marinating equipment for beef jerky according to claim 7, characterized in that: One end of the sealing door (20) is hinged to the pickling barrel (4), and a protective lock (21) is provided between the other end and the pickling barrel (4).

9. The marinating equipment for beef jerky according to claim 6, characterized in that: The inlet pipe (8) has an inlet pipe (22) extending outward from the inlet end, and a drain pipe (23) is provided on the supply pipe (19). Both the inlet pipe (22) and the drain pipe (23) are provided with valves (24).

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