A separating device for food processing

Abstract

This utility model discloses a separation device for food processing, specifically relating to the field of food processing technology. It includes a main body, an isolation component installed in the inner cavity of the main body, a drive component installed on the right side of the main body, a separation component rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the main body, and a slag discharge component installed on the right side of the main body. This separation device for food processing, through its designed slag discharge component, can continuously discharge fruit pulp without affecting the centrifuged juice, enabling continuous operation and improving its efficiency. It continuously pushes the fruit pulp to the discharge port, with feeding, separation, and slag discharge occurring simultaneously. It can process large quantities of juice while simultaneously centrifuging and discharging the pulp, preventing prolonged contact between the pulp and juice. This avoids fermentation and spoilage of residual juice in the pulp due to prolonged retention, and also prevents fruit pulp fiber fragments from redispersing into the juice due to centrifugal force, ensuring that the juice meets hygiene standards.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food processing technology, and in particular to a separation device for food processing. Background Technology

[0002] Fruit juice beverages are liquid products obtained from fruits through physical methods such as pressing, centrifugation, and extraction. They generally refer to pure fruit juice or 100% fruit juice. Common fruit juices include apple juice, grapefruit juice, kiwi juice, mango juice, pineapple juice, and watermelon juice. In actual production of fruit juice beverages, separation devices are required to separate the juice from the pulp. These devices have advantages such as simple operation, stable structure, and high separation efficiency.

[0003] Existing equipment often cannot achieve continuous slag discharge, requiring manual cleaning of fruit pomace after shutdown, resulting in low production efficiency and difficulty in meeting the needs of large-scale continuous production. Moreover, when fruit pomace remains in the filter cartridge for a long time, the residual juice is prone to fermentation and spoilage due to oxidation or microbial action, affecting the quality of the juice. Furthermore, during the separation process, if fruit pomace fiber fragments are not removed in time, they may be redispersed into the juice by centrifugal force, leading to a decrease in juice clarity and making it difficult to meet hygiene requirements. Therefore, we propose a separation device for food processing to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main objective of this invention is to provide a separation device for food processing that can effectively solve the problems mentioned above.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: A separation device for food processing includes a main body, an isolation component installed in the inner cavity of the main body, a drive component installed on the right side of the main body, a separation component rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the main body, and a slag discharge component installed on the right side of the main body.

[0006] Preferably, the main body includes an outer shell, with support legs fixedly connected to the four corners of the lower end of the outer shell, and a slag discharge port installed at the lower end of the outer shell.

[0007] Preferably, the isolation assembly includes an isolation plate one, which is installed in the inner cavity of the outer shell, an isolation plate two is installed in the inner cavity of the outer shell, and a connecting pipe is installed in the inner cavity of the outer shell.

[0008] Preferably, the drive assembly includes a support frame, which is installed at the right end of the housing. A motor is installed inside the support frame, and a gear is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor via a coupling.

[0009] Preferably, the separation component includes a filter cartridge, the left end and the rear end of which are rotatably connected to the right end of the isolation plate and the right side wall of the inner cavity of the outer shell, respectively. A gear ring is fixedly connected to the right end of the filter cartridge, and a gear is meshed with the inner surface of the gear ring.

[0010] Preferably, the slag discharge assembly includes a third gear, which is installed at the right end of the housing. A rotating disk is fixedly connected to the left end of the third gear via a shaft, and an auger blade is installed at the left end of the rotating disk.

[0011] Preferably, the left end of the first gear is rotatably connected to the right end of the housing, the outer surface of the first gear is meshed with the outer surface of the gear ring, and the outer surfaces of the second gear and the third gear are meshed with each other.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: 1. This device can separate juice and pulp by centrifugation through its designed drive and separation components. The high-speed rotation generates a strong centrifugal force, which allows the juice and pulp to separate into layers in a very short time. Moreover, the centrifugal force can effectively separate extremely fine pulp particles and even some fruit pulp fibers, which significantly improves the clarity of the juice. It separates more cleanly and thoroughly removes suspended matter, reducing the risk of clogging in subsequent sterilization or filling processes.

[0013] 2. This device, through its designed slag discharge component, can continuously discharge fruit pulp without affecting the centrifuged juice, enabling continuous operation and thus improving its efficiency. It continuously pushes the fruit pulp to the slag discharge port, with feeding, separation, and slag discharge occurring simultaneously. This allows for the processing of large quantities of juice, reduces bottlenecks, and simultaneously discharges the fruit pulp while centrifuging, preventing the pulp from being in contact with the juice for extended periods. This avoids fermentation and spoilage of residual juice in the pulp due to prolonged retention and also prevents fruit pulp fiber fragments from being redispersed into the juice by centrifugal force, ensuring that the juice meets hygiene standards. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model from another perspective; Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the structure of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a partial structural cross-sectional view of the present invention from another perspective; Figure 5 For the present utility model Figure 3 Enlarged diagram of point A in the middle.

[0015] In the diagram: 1. Main body; 2. Isolation component; 3. Drive component; 4. Separation component; 5. Slag discharge component; 11. Outer shell; 12. Support leg; 13. Slag discharge port; 21. Isolation plate one; 22. Isolation plate two; 23. Connecting pipe; 31. Support frame; 32. Motor; 33. Gear one; 41. Filter cartridge; 42. Gear ring; 43. Gear two; 51. Gear three; 52. Rotary disk; 53. Screwdriver blade. Detailed Implementation

[0016] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0017] Example 1, as Figure 1 As shown, a separation device for food processing includes a main body 1, an isolation component 2 installed in the inner cavity of the main body 1, a drive component 3 installed on the right side of the main body 1, a separation component 4 rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the main body 1, and a slag discharge component 5 installed on the right side of the main body 1.

[0018] When implementing this solution, the operator first pours the mixture of juice and pulp into the main body 1. The mixture then travels from the isolation component 2 to the separation component 4. At this point, the operator starts the drive component 3 to drive the separation component 4 to rotate, centrifuging the mixture in the separation component 4, allowing the juice to be discharged from the filter holes of the separation component 4, and allowing the pulp to adhere to the inner wall of the separation component 4. At the same time, when the separating component 4 rotates, the slag discharge component 5 will slowly reverse, thereby allowing the slag discharge component 5 to discharge the fruit pulp attached to the inner wall of the separating component 4. This allows the fruit pulp to be discharged even when the mixture is added from above and the centrifugation of the juice continues. This reduces the downtime required to clean the fruit pulp and also prevents the fruit pulp from accumulating in the separating component 4 for a long time, which could lead to the fermentation of the residual juice in the fruit pulp and cause the juice to be wasted.

[0019] Specifically, in order to separate juice and pulp, such as Figure 2 As shown, in this scheme, the main body 1 includes an outer shell 11, and support legs 12 are fixedly connected to the four corners of the lower end of the outer shell 11. A slag discharge port 13 is installed at the lower end of the outer shell 11.

[0020] For further details, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 3 The isolation assembly 2 includes an isolation plate 21, which is installed in the inner cavity of the outer shell 11. An isolation plate 22 is installed in the inner cavity of the outer shell 11, and a connecting pipe 23 is installed in the inner cavity of the outer shell 11.

[0021] For further details, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 5 The drive assembly 3 includes a support frame 31, which is installed at the right end of the housing 11. A motor 32 is installed inside the support frame 31, and a gear 33 is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor 32 via a coupling.

[0022] For further details, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 3 and Figure 5 The separation component 4 includes a filter cartridge 41. The left end and the rear end of the filter cartridge 41 are rotatably connected to the right end of the isolation plate 21 and the right side wall of the inner cavity of the outer shell 11, respectively. A gear ring 42 is fixedly connected to the right end of the filter cartridge 41, and a gear 43 is meshed on the inner surface of the gear ring 42.

[0023] For further details, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 5 The left end of gear 33 is rotatably connected to the right end of housing 11, and the outer surface of gear 33 meshes with the outer surface of gear ring 42.

[0024] When implementing this solution, the operator first pours the mixture of juice and pulp into the groove of the outer shell 11. The mixture then travels from the connecting pipe 23 into the filter cartridge 41. At this point, the operator starts the motor 32 to drive the gear 1 33, gear ring 42, gear 2 43, and filter cartridge 41 to rotate, causing the mixture inside the filter cartridge 41 to be centrifuged. This allows the juice to be discharged from the filter holes of the filter cartridge 41, while the pulp adheres to the inner wall of the filter cartridge 41, achieving the effect of separating the pulp and juice.

[0025] Example 2 is based on Example 1, but removes the pulp without affecting the separation of the juice.

[0026] Specifically, in order to remove the pulp without affecting the separation of juice, such as... Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in this scheme, the slag discharge assembly 5 includes a gear 3 51, which is installed on the right end of the housing 11. The left end of the gear 3 51 is fixedly connected to a rotating disk 52 via a shaft, and an auger blade 53 is installed on the left end of the rotating disk 52.

[0027] For further details, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 5 The outer surfaces of gear 2 (43) and gear 3 (51) mesh with each other.

[0028] When this solution is implemented, the rotation of gear 2 43 will cause gear 3 51, rotating disk 52 and auger blade 53 to rotate slowly in the opposite direction. This allows the auger blade 53 to discharge the fruit pulp attached to the inner wall of the filter cartridge 41. This allows the fruit pulp to be discharged while the mixture is being added from above without stopping the motor 32 to centrifuge the juice. This reduces the downtime required to clean the fruit pulp and prevents the fruit pulp from accumulating in the filter cartridge 41 for a long time, which could lead to the fermentation of the residual juice in the fruit pulp and cause the juice to be wasted. The fruit pulp carried out by gear 2 43 will then be discharged to the outside through the pulp discharge port 13; Meanwhile, during use, the isolation plate 21 supports the filter cartridge 41, preventing problems such as tilting or shifting of the filter cartridge 41. Moreover, the isolation plate 21 and the connecting pipe 23 can effectively ensure that the fruit pulp carried out by the screw conveyor blades 53 will only be discharged from the discharge port 13 and will not be allowed to reach other places. At the same time, the centrifuged juice will be driven by the inclined bottom wall of the outer shell 11, allowing the juice to be discharged from the pipe at the front of the outer shell 11, achieving a complete separation of juice and pulp.

[0029] In summary, the implementation process of this utility model is as follows: The operator first pours the mixture of juice and pulp into the groove of the outer shell 11. The mixture then flows from the connecting pipe 23 into the filter cylinder 41. At this time, the operator starts the motor 32 to drive the gear 1 33, the gear ring 42, the gear 2 43 and the filter cylinder 41 to rotate, so that the mixture in the filter cylinder 41 is centrifuged, the juice is discharged from the filter holes of the filter cylinder 41, and the pulp adheres to the inner wall of the filter cylinder 41, thus achieving the effect of separating the pulp and juice. Meanwhile, when gear 2 43 rotates, it will cause gear 3 51, rotating disk 52 and auger blade 53 to rotate slowly in the opposite direction, so that the auger blade 53 can discharge the fruit pulp attached to the inner wall of the filter cylinder 41. This allows the fruit pulp to be discharged while the mixture is being added from above without stopping the motor 32 to centrifuge the juice. This reduces the downtime required to clean the fruit pulp and prevents the fruit pulp from accumulating in the filter cylinder 41 for a long time, which could lead to the fermentation of the residual juice in the fruit pulp and cause the juice to be wasted. The fruit residue carried out by gear 2 43 will then be discharged to the outside through the residue outlet 13.

[0030] It should be noted that the specific installation method, circuit connection method, and control method of the motor 32 and other components used in this utility model are all conventional designs, and will not be described in detail here.

[0031] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A separation device for food processing, comprising a main body (1), characterized in that: An isolation component (2) is installed in the inner cavity of the main body (1), a drive component (3) is installed on the right side of the main body (1), a separation component (4) is rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the main body (1), and a slag discharge component (5) is installed on the right side of the main body (1). The main body (1) includes an outer shell (11), and support legs (12) are fixedly connected to the four corners of the lower end of the outer shell (11). A slag discharge port (13) is installed at the lower end of the outer shell (11). The slag discharge assembly (5) includes a gear three (51), which is installed on the right end of the outer casing (11). The left end of the gear three (51) is fixedly connected to a rotating disk (52) via a shaft, and the left end of the rotating disk (52) is equipped with an auger blade (53).

2. The food processing separation device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The isolation assembly (2) includes an isolation plate one (21), which is installed in the inner cavity of the outer shell (11), an isolation plate two (22) is installed in the inner cavity of the outer shell (11), and a connecting pipe (23) is installed in the inner cavity of the outer shell (11).

3. The food processing separation device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The drive assembly (3) includes a support frame (31), which is installed on the right end of the housing (11). A motor (32) is installed inside the support frame (31), and a gear (33) is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor (32) through a coupling.

4. The food processing separation device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The separation component (4) includes a filter cartridge (41). The left end and the rear end of the filter cartridge (41) are rotatably connected to the right end of the isolation plate (21) and the right side wall of the inner cavity of the outer shell (11), respectively. A gear ring (42) is fixedly connected to the right end of the filter cartridge (41), and a gear two (43) is meshed on the inner surface of the gear ring (42).

5. A separation device for food processing according to claim 4, characterized in that: The left end of gear one (33) is rotatably connected to the right end of the outer shell (11), the outer surface of gear one (33) is meshed with the outer surface of the gear ring (42), and the outer surfaces of gear two (43) and gear three (51) are meshed.

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