A food soaking device for food processing

Abstract

This application relates to the technical field of food processing, and in particular to a food soaking device for food processing, including a soaking tank and a conduit. The food soaking device further includes: by setting up a first filter screen, a second filter screen, an activated carbon filter layer, and an ultraviolet lamp assembly, it can further filter small particulate residues remaining in the wastewater discharged from the conduit, further removing impurities. Combined with the activated carbon filter element adsorbing odors, pigments, and some organic pollutants in the wastewater, it can significantly improve the cleanliness of the wastewater. Subsequent ultraviolet sterilization treatment can kill bacteria and other microorganisms that may be present in the wastewater, making the purified wastewater more suitable for reuse. This facilitates its return to the storage tank for reuse in food soaking, reducing the consumption of fresh water and achieving efficient water resource recycling. Furthermore, multi-stage filtration can effectively intercept and treat various pollutants in the wastewater, preventing untreated wastewater from polluting the water in the storage tank during the recycling process.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of food processing, and in particular to a food soaking apparatus for food processing. Background Technology

[0002] Food is the substance consumed by humans to satisfy their taste and nutritional needs. It can be naturally produced or manufactured through processing. There are many types of food, including fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, grains, legumes, nuts, candies, and beverages, among which granular legumes are the most widely consumed.

[0003] A utility model patent with Chinese patent authorization announcement number CN222828090U discloses a food soaking device for food processing. The device includes a soaking tank with a base plate at the bottom. A water storage tank and a fixed side plate are mounted on the base plate. The soaking tank has an inlet pipe and a outlet pipe. A water pump is mounted on the water storage tank, connected to a water delivery pipe, which is connected to a telescopic pipe. The soaking tank has a vibration motor and a guide seat. A guide plate is mounted on the fixed side plate, slidingly engaging with the guide seat. The soaking tank also has a heating plate and a motor. The motor has a main shaft with a stirring blade, which is equipped with a germicidal lamp. The outlet pipe has a valve and a filter screen. This device effectively filters small particles of residue from granular bean raw materials before discharging, improving the purity of the final product and preventing bacterial growth during prolonged soaking, thus ensuring the quality of the final product.

[0004] The proposed solution also has the following problems: The device employs a vertical vibration structure and a uniform stirring structure on the soaking tank. A filter screen shell is horizontally slidably inserted into the drain pipe, and a filter core structure is then installed on the filter screen shell to achieve uniform vertical vibration and stirring of the granular bean raw materials soaking in the soaking tank. However, this solution still has some issues. For example, the water used for soaking the granular bean raw materials is directly discharged through the drain pipe after soaking, without being reused, which increases the consumption of fresh water resources. This contradicts the energy-saving and consumption-reducing concept advocated in the food processing industry. Furthermore, the wastewater may contain small amounts of raw material debris, impurities, and microorganisms generated during the soaking process. Direct discharge without proper treatment may impose a burden on the external environment, requiring additional environmental protection measures to meet standards, thus increasing treatment costs.

[0005] Therefore, in order to solve the above problems, this application provides a food soaking apparatus for food processing. Utility Model Content

[0006] To address the issue that the water used for soaking granular bean raw materials is directly discharged through a conduit after soaking without being reused, which increases the consumption of fresh water resources and is inconsistent with the energy conservation and consumption reduction concept advocated in the food processing industry, this application provides a food soaking device for food processing.

[0007] This application provides a food soaking apparatus for food processing, comprising a soaking tank and a conduit, and the food soaking apparatus further includes: The waste discharge pipe is located at the bottom of the soaking tank and is connected to the conduit. A filter box is located on one side of the soaking tank, and one end of the waste discharge pipe is connected to the top of the filter box; The filter assembly is located inside the filter housing; A water storage tank is located on one side of the filter box.

[0008] Preferably, the filtering component includes: Mounting frame one extends through one side of the filter box; Filter screen one is disposed inside the mounting frame one; Mounting frame two extends through one side of the filter box; Filter screen two is disposed inside the mounting frame two; Wherein, the mesh diameter of filter screen two is smaller than that of filter screen one; Mounting frame three extends through one side of the filter box; An activated carbon filter layer is disposed inside the mounting frame three. The top and bottom of the mounting frame three are provided with filter screen three, which wrap the activated carbon filter layer inside.

[0009] Preferably, the filtering component further includes: The cover is located at the top of the filter box, and the waste discharge pipe passes through the top of the filter box; The ultraviolet lamp assembly is located at the bottom of the box cover and is engaged with the bottom wall of the box cover.

[0010] Preferably, the food soaking apparatus for food processing further includes: A water level sensor, located inside the water storage tank, is used to monitor the water level; The water inlet pipe is located at the top of the water storage tank and is connected to the water storage tank; A solenoid valve is located on the water inlet pipe, and the water level sensor is electrically connected to the solenoid valve.

[0011] Preferably, the food soaking apparatus for food processing further includes: Mounting plate one is located at the bottom of the conduit and is fixedly connected to the outside of the conduit; Mounting plate two is located at the top of one end of the waste discharge pipe and is fixedly connected to the outside of the waste discharge pipe. Mounting plate one and mounting plate two are interlocked.

[0012] Preferably, the food soaking apparatus for food processing further includes: Multiple handles are fixedly connected to the top of the box cover and one side of mounting frame one, mounting frame two and mounting frame three, respectively; Multiple sealing gaskets are located on one side of the first mounting frame, the second mounting frame, and the third mounting frame, respectively, and all of the sealing gaskets are in contact with one side of the filter box.

[0013] Preferably, the food soaking apparatus for food processing further includes: Multiple placement blocks are located at the bottom of mounting frame one, mounting frame two, and mounting frame three, respectively, and are in contact with the bottom of mounting frame one, mounting frame two, and mounting frame three.

[0014] Preferably, the food soaking apparatus for food processing further includes: The connecting pipe is located at the bottom between the water storage tank and the filter box, and is connected to both the water storage tank and the filter box.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows: 1. In this utility model, by setting up filter screen one, filter screen two, activated carbon filter layer and ultraviolet lamp group, the small particulate residue remaining in the wastewater discharged from the conduit can be filtered again to further remove impurities. Combined with the activated carbon filter element adsorbing odors, pigments and some organic pollutants in the wastewater, the cleanliness of the wastewater can be significantly improved. The wastewater undergoes a second ultraviolet sterilization treatment, which kills bacteria and other microorganisms that may be present in the wastewater. This makes the purified wastewater more suitable for reuse, facilitating its return to the storage tank for reuse in food soaking. This reduces the amount of fresh water used and achieves efficient water resource recycling. Furthermore, the multi-stage filtration effectively intercepts and treats various pollutants in the wastewater, preventing untreated wastewater from contaminating the water in the storage tank during the recycling process. It also prevents these pollutants from re-entering the soaking tank and contacting food ingredients. At the same time, the ultraviolet sterilization works synergistically with the germicidal lamps on the stirring plates in the soaking tank to inhibit bacterial growth at multiple stages, further ensuring the quality of the finished product. The filter structure, including filter screen one and filter screen two, can intercept solid impurities in the wastewater in multiple stages, preventing larger particles or more residue from entering the subsequent recycling pipes or storage tank, reducing the probability of pipe blockage affecting the normal operation of the device.

[0016] 2. In this utility model, the device, by setting a water level sensor, an inlet pipe, and a solenoid valve, can perform preliminary filtration of soaking wastewater. The recycled water can be reused for soaking after treatment. This design can automatically guide the recycled water into the storage tank, reducing the consumption of fresh water and conforming to the concept of energy saving. At the same time, the water level sensor monitors the water level in the storage tank in real time, and automatically replenishes the water when the water level is insufficient (prioritizing recycled water, then adding fresh water), avoiding the interruption of soaking due to water shortage and ensuring the stable operation of the soaking process of granular bean raw materials. It works in conjunction with the water supply structure such as the water pump and water pipe in the device to improve processing efficiency. There is no need for frequent manual checks of the water level in the storage tank and manual water addition. Water replenishment is achieved through the automatic linkage of the solenoid valve and the sensor, reducing labor input and avoiding the problem of inaccurate water control that may be caused by manual operation. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is a perspective cross-sectional view of an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This is a perspective cross-sectional view of the filter box in an embodiment of this application; Figure 4 This is a perspective cross-sectional view of the mounting plate 2 in the embodiment of this application.

[0018] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Soaking tank; 2. Guide tube; 3. Mounting plate one; 4. Mounting plate two; 5. Waste discharge pipe; 6. Filter box; 7. Box cover; 8. Mounting frame three; 9. Mounting frame two; 10. Mounting frame one; 11. Water storage tank; 12. Solenoid valve; 13. Water inlet pipe; 14. Water level sensor; 15. Connecting pipe; 16. Sealing gasket; 17. Filter screen two; 18. Filter screen one; 19. Ultraviolet lamp assembly; 20. Handle; 21. Activated carbon filter layer; 22. Placement block. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0020] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed in the following specification.

[0021] Example 1, such as Figure 1-4As shown, this utility model provides a food soaking device for food processing, including: a soaking tank 1 and a conduit 2. The food soaking device for food processing also includes: a waste discharge pipe 5, a filter box 6, a filter assembly, and a water storage tank 11.

[0022] The waste discharge pipe 5 is located at the bottom of the soaking tank 1 and is connected to the conduit 2.

[0023] The filter box 6 is located on one side of the soaking tank 1, and one end of the waste discharge pipe 5 is connected to the top of the filter box 6.

[0024] The added filter assembly is located inside the filter box 6 and is used for the secondary use of soaking wastewater to reduce water consumption.

[0025] The water storage tank 11 is located on one side of the filter box 6.

[0026] As examples, in this embodiment, the filtering assembly includes: mounting frame 10, filter screen 18, mounting frame 2 9, filter screen 2 17, mounting frame 3 8, and filter screen 3.

[0027] The mounting frame 10, which plays a filtering role, extends through one side of the filter box 6 and slides with the filter box 6. The filter screen 18 is disposed inside the mounting frame 10.

[0028] The second mounting frame 9, which plays a filtering role, passes through one side of the filter box 6 and slides with the filter box 6. The second filter screen 17 is set inside the second mounting frame 9, and the mesh diameter of the second filter screen 17 is smaller than that of the first filter screen 18.

[0029] Among them, the installation frame 3 8, which plays a filtering role, runs through one side of the filter box 6 and slides with the filter box 6. The activated carbon filter layer 21 is located inside the installation frame 3 8. The top and bottom of the installation frame 3 8 are provided with filter screen 3, which wraps the activated carbon filter layer 21 inside. The installation frame 1 10, installation frame 2 9 and installation frame 3 8 are placed inside the filter box 6 with resistance, and cannot be pulled out without force.

[0030] As examples, in this embodiment, the filtering assembly further includes: a cover 7 and an ultraviolet lamp assembly 19.

[0031] The sealing cover 7 is located at the top of the filter box 6, and the waste discharge pipe 5 passes through the top of the filter box 6 and is connected to the inside of the filter box 6.

[0032] The ultraviolet lamp assembly 19, which serves a disinfection function, is located at the bottom of the box cover 7. A mounting groove runs through the bottom wall of the box cover 7, and the ultraviolet lamp assembly 19 is engaged with the mounting groove. In this embodiment, when the valve is opened, the small-particle slag and the soaked water will pass through the filter core and be discharged downward through the conduit 2. They will then be transported to the filter box 6 through the waste discharge pipe 5. The filter screen 18 and filter screen 17 inside the filter box 6 will filter the small-particle slag. The activated carbon filter will then adsorb the odor, pigments, and some organic pollutants in the wastewater, improving the cleanliness of the wastewater. At the same time, the ultraviolet lamp group 19 will be activated to use ultraviolet light for secondary sterilization, which can kill any bacteria and other microorganisms that may remain in the wastewater, preventing these microorganisms from causing secondary pollution during wastewater recycling or discharge.

[0033] Example 2, as Figure 1-4 As shown, the food soaking device for food processing also includes: a water level sensor 14, a water inlet pipe 13, and a solenoid valve 12.

[0034] The water level sensor 14, which plays a detection role, is located inside the water storage tank 11 and is used to monitor the water level.

[0035] The water inlet pipe 13, which is used for replenishment, is located at the top of the water storage tank 11 and is connected to the water storage tank 11.

[0036] It should be noted that the solenoid valve 12 is located on the water inlet pipe 13, and the water level sensor 14 is electrically connected to the solenoid valve 12 through a PLC controller.

[0037] As examples, in this embodiment, the food soaking device for food processing further includes: mounting plate 1 3, mounting plate 2 4, multiple handles 20, multiple sealing gaskets 16, multiple placement blocks 22, and connecting pipe 15.

[0038] Among them, multiple handles 20 that play an auxiliary role are fixedly connected to the top of the box cover 7 and one side of the mounting frame 10, mounting frame 29 and mounting frame 38 respectively.

[0039] Multiple sealing gaskets 16 are located on one side of the mounting frame 10, mounting frame 9, and mounting frame 8, respectively, and all of the sealing gaskets 16 are in contact with one side of the filter box 6.

[0040] Multiple placement blocks 22 are located at the bottom of mounting frame 10, mounting frame 29, and mounting frame 38, respectively, and are in contact with the bottom of mounting frame 10, mounting frame 29, and mounting frame 38.

[0041] The connecting pipe 15 is located at the bottom between the water storage tank 11 and the filter box 6, and is connected to the water storage tank 11 and the filter box 6.

[0042] In this embodiment, the filtered water is transported to the water storage tank 11 through the connecting pipe 15. At the same time, the water level sensor 14 inside the water storage tank 11 converts the detected water level signal into an electrical signal and transmits it to the control system. The control system compares the signal with a preset water level threshold. When the water level is lower than the threshold, the control system sends an electrical signal to the solenoid valve 12 to open it to replenish new water. After the water level reaches the set value, the control system sends a signal to close the solenoid valve 12. The sealing gasket 16 can prevent water from leaking out of the filter box 6. The placement block 22 can place the mounting frame 10, mounting frame 9, and mounting frame 8.

[0043] Working principle: The water storage tank 11 pumps water into the soaking tank 1 to soak the bean raw materials inside. After soaking, the valve is opened. At this time, the small particles of residue and the soaked water will pass through the filter core and be discharged downward through the conduit 2, and then transported into the filter box 6 through the waste discharge pipe 5.

[0044] The filter screens 18 and 17 inside the filter box 6 filter small particles of sludge. Then, the activated carbon filter element adsorbs odors, pigments and some organic pollutants in the wastewater. The ultraviolet lamp group 19 uses ultraviolet light to sterilize the wastewater and kill any bacteria and other microorganisms that may remain in the wastewater. Then, the disinfected and filtered water is transported to the water storage tank 11 through the connecting pipe 15.

[0045] Meanwhile, the water level sensor 14 inside the water storage tank 11 converts the detected water level signal of the water storage tank 11 into an electrical signal and transmits it to the control system. The control system compares the signal with the preset water level threshold. When the water level is lower than the threshold, the control system sends an electrical signal to the solenoid valve 12 to control it to open and replenish new water. Once the water level reaches the set value, the control system sends a signal to close the solenoid valve 12.

[0046] After filtration is complete, when it is necessary to replace filter screen 18, filter screen 27 and activated carbon filter layer 21, you can pull out the mounting frame 10, mounting frame 29 and mounting frame 38 by pulling out the handle 20, and clean or replace the internal filter screen 18, filter screen 27 and activated carbon filter layer 21. At the same time, you can use the handle 20 on the box cover 7 to lift the box cover 7 and replace the ultraviolet lamp assembly 19.

[0047] When it is necessary to transport the soaked bean raw materials, the second mounting plate 4 can be pulled open to separate the mounting plate 3 from the mounting plate 4. Then, the filter screen shell can be pulled to the right and pulled out. At this time, the soaked granular bean raw materials will flow out through the conduit 2.

[0048] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any other way. Any person skilled in the art may make changes or modifications to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments for application in other fields. However, any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the technical solution of the present utility model shall still fall within the protection scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A food soaking device for food processing, comprising a soaking tank (1) and a conduit (2), characterized in that: The food soaking device for food processing also includes: Waste discharge pipe (5) is located at the bottom of the soaking tank (1) and is connected to the conduit (2); The filter box (6) is located on one side of the soaking tank (1), and one end of the waste discharge pipe (5) is connected to the top of the filter box (6); The filter assembly is located inside the filter box (6); A water storage tank (11) is located on one side of the filter box (6).

2. The food soaking device for food processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The filtering component includes: Mounting frame 1 (10) extends through one side of the filter box (6); Filter screen one (18) is disposed inside the mounting frame one (10); Mounting frame 2 (9) extends through one side of the filter box (6); Filter screen two (17) is disposed inside the mounting frame two (9); The mesh diameter of filter screen two (17) is smaller than that of filter screen one (18); Mounting frame three (8) extends through one side of the filter box (6); An activated carbon filter layer (21) is disposed inside the mounting frame three (8). The top and bottom of the mounting frame three (8) are provided with filter screen three, which enclose the activated carbon filter layer (21).

3. The food soaking device for food processing according to claim 2, characterized in that: The filtering component also includes: The cover (7) is located at the top of the filter box (6), and the waste discharge pipe (5) passes through the top of the filter box (6); The ultraviolet lamp assembly (19) is located at the bottom of the box cover (7) and is engaged with the bottom wall of the box cover (7).

4. The food soaking device for food processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The food soaking device for food processing also includes: A water level sensor (14) is located inside the water storage tank (11) and is used to monitor the water level; The water inlet pipe (13) is located at the top of the water storage tank (11) and is connected to the water storage tank (11); A solenoid valve (12) is located on the water inlet pipe (13), and a water level sensor (14) is electrically connected to the solenoid valve (12).

5. A food soaking device for food processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The food soaking device for food processing also includes: Mounting plate 1 (3) is located at the bottom of the conduit (2) and is fixedly connected to the outside of the conduit (2); Mounting plate 2 (4) is located at the top of one end of the waste discharge pipe (5) and is fixedly connected to the outside of the waste discharge pipe (5). Mounting plate 1 (3) is snapped into mounting plate 2 (4).

6. A food soaking device for food processing according to claim 3, characterized in that: The food soaking device for food processing also includes: Multiple handles (20) are fixedly connected to the top of the box cover (7) and one side of the mounting frame one (10), mounting frame two (9), and mounting frame three (8), respectively; Multiple sealing gaskets (16) are located on one side of the first mounting frame (10), the second mounting frame (9), and the third mounting frame (8), respectively, and the multiple sealing gaskets (16) are all in contact with one side of the filter box (6).

7. A food soaking device for food processing according to claim 6, characterized in that: The food soaking device for food processing also includes: Multiple placement blocks (22) are located at the bottom of mounting frame one (10), mounting frame two (9), and mounting frame three (8), respectively, and are in contact with the bottom of mounting frame one (10), mounting frame two (9), and mounting frame three (8).

8. A food soaking device for food processing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The food soaking device for food processing also includes: The connecting pipe (15) is located at the bottom between the water storage tank (11) and the filter box (6), and is connected to the water storage tank (11) and the filter box (6).

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