An automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tanks

Abstract

This utility model discloses an automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tanks, including an edible oil storage tank with a detachable tank cover at its opening. The top of the tank cover has an oil inlet and outlet, which are connected to an external connecting pipe. A sealing cap is connected to the outside of the external connecting pipe. An internal rotating shaft is connected to the rotating shaft, which is connected to a rotating rod. A U-shaped frame is connected to the outside of the rotating rod, and a brush body is connected to its outer side. A water inlet is connected to the top of the tank cover, and a support base is connected to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank, with a water outlet at the bottom end. This device provides thorough cleaning, a high degree of automation, convenient operation, easy disassembly and maintenance, and a stable structure, making it suitable for various small edible oil storage tanks.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of food processing equipment, specifically relating to an automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tanks. Background Technology

[0002] In the food processing industry, small edible oil storage tanks are common storage equipment. Although they are relatively small and can be cleaned manually, after long-term use, oil residues, impurities, and microorganisms will still adhere to the inner walls of the tanks and the bottom of the tank lids. If these residues are not cleaned in time, they will affect the quality of the edible oil stored subsequently, and may even breed harmful substances, posing a threat to food safety.

[0003] Currently, cleaning small edible oil storage tanks is still primarily done manually. Workers must use ladders or other tools to climb to the tank opening and reach inside with cleaning tools to wipe it clean. This manual cleaning method has several drawbacks: Firstly, it is labor-intensive and inefficient. Due to the limited space inside the tank, workers' arm movements are restricted, especially in corners and the bottom of the tank, where manual cleaning is difficult and leaves unsanitary areas. Secondly, it is inconvenient for workers to reach inside with tools, and residual oil vapors may remain inside. Although small tanks have slightly more space than large tanks, there are still certain safety risks. Furthermore, direct contact between workers and residual grease during manual cleaning may also affect their health. In addition, manual cleaning consumes considerable manpower and time, hindering efficient production for businesses. Therefore, developing a device that can automatically clean small edible oil storage tanks, improve cleaning efficiency and quality, and reduce safety hazards has become an urgent problem to be solved in the food processing equipment industry. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model provides an automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tanks, which aims to solve the problems of high labor intensity, low efficiency, incomplete cleaning and safety hazards in the existing technology of manually cleaning edible oil storage tanks.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention employs the following technical means:

[0006] An automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tanks includes an edible oil storage tank. An oil tank cover is detachably connected to the opening of the tank. An oil inlet / outlet is connected to the top of the oil tank cover. An external connecting pipe is connected through the oil tank cover. A sealing cap is detachably connected to the outer side of the external connecting pipe, away from the end of the oil tank cover. A rotating shaft, capable of connecting to an external transmission device, is rotatably connected inside the external connecting pipe. A rotating rod, which is inserted into the edible oil storage tank, is rotatably connected to the bottom side of the edible oil storage tank at the end away from the rotating shaft. A U-shaped frame is connected to the outer side of the rotating rod. A brush body, which abuts against the bottom side of the oil tank cover and the inner wall of the edible oil storage tank, is connected to the outer side of the U-shaped frame. A water inlet is connected to the top of the oil tank cover. A support base is connected to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank. A water outlet, located within the support base, is connected to the bottom end of the edible oil storage tank.

[0007] Preferably, the top of the oil tank cover is connected to two sets of symmetrically distributed protruding handles.

[0008] Preferably, the oil tank cover and the outer connecting pipe are manufactured as a single unit.

[0009] Preferably, the sealing cap is made of rubber.

[0010] Preferably, the rotating shaft, rotating rod, and U-shaped frame are all made of stainless steel.

[0011] Preferably, the rotating rod is threaded into the rotating shaft.

[0012] Preferably, the support base has multiple sets of grooves corresponding to the water outlet.

[0013] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0014] 1. Thorough Cleaning Effect: This invention forms a complete automatic cleaning mechanism by setting up a rotating shaft, a rotating rod, a U-shaped frame, and brush bodies. Driven by an external transmission device, the rotating shaft drives the rotating rod to rotate stably, which in turn causes the brush bodies on the U-shaped frame to rotate synchronously. Because the brush bodies are in close contact with the bottom of the oil tank lid and the inner wall of the edible oil storage tank, these areas can be wiped thoroughly and without dead angles during rotation. Compared with the blind spots caused by the limited arm movement during manual cleaning, this device can reach into the corners and bottom of the storage tank, effectively removing residual grease, impurities, and microorganisms, greatly improving the thoroughness of cleaning and ensuring the hygiene and safety of the edible oil storage environment. 2.

[0015] 2. High degree of automation and reliable safety: This device automates the cleaning process of edible oil storage tanks, eliminating the need for manual entry. This design fundamentally solves the problem of high labor intensity associated with manual cleaning. Workers only need to perform simple equipment startup and parameter settings to complete the cleaning work, significantly reducing manpower consumption. Simultaneously, it avoids the safety risks associated with workers coming into contact with residual oil and gas inside the tank and entering confined spaces, greatly improving operational safety and providing strong support for safe production in enterprises.

[0016] 3. Convenient Operation and Efficient Process: The inlet and outlet design creates a complete clean water circulation system. During cleaning, cleaning water or detergent solution can be directly injected into the edible oil storage tank through the inlet, eliminating the need for manual handling and emptying. After cleaning, the wastewater can be quickly discharged by opening the outlet, simplifying the cleaning process. The entire cleaning process is continuous and efficient, significantly reducing cleaning time and improving enterprise production efficiency compared to the frequent water intake and emptying steps in manual cleaning.

[0017] 4. Convenient disassembly and maintenance, high practicality: The oil tank lid and edible oil storage tank are detachably connected. When inspection or maintenance of the tank interior or cleaning components is required, the oil tank lid can be easily opened, making operation convenient. Simultaneously, the detachable connection design of the rotating shaft and rotating rod allows for quick disassembly and replacement of components when the brush body wears down or the rotating rod malfunctions, reducing maintenance costs and difficulty. This structural design enhances the practicality and durability of the device, extending its service life. 2

[0018] 5. Stable structure and wide applicability: The support base provides stable support for the edible oil storage tank, ensuring the stability of the device during operation and reducing noise and component wear caused by vibration. The overall structure of this device is compact and reasonable, suitable for small edible oil storage tanks of various sizes. Whether used in food processing plants, catering businesses, or family workshops, this device can achieve efficient cleaning of tanks, demonstrating broad application prospects. 2 Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the edible oil storage tank and the supporting base of this utility model;

[0022] In the attached figures, the following labels are used:

[0023] 1. Oil tank cover; 2. Oil inlet / outlet; 3. Protruding handle; 4. Sealing cover; 5. External pipe; 6. Rotating shaft; 7. Water inlet; 8. Rotating rod; 9. U-shaped frame; 10. Brush body; 11. Edible oil storage tank; 12. Water outlet; 13. Support base; 14. Groove. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0025] like Figure 1-3 As shown, an automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tanks includes an edible oil storage tank 11. An oil tank cover 1 is detachably connected to the opening of the edible oil storage tank 11. An oil inlet / outlet 2 is connected to the top of the oil tank cover 1. An external pipe 5 is connected through the oil tank cover 1. A sealing cap 4 is detachably connected to the outer side of the external pipe 5 away from the end of the oil tank cover 1. A rotating shaft 6, which can be connected to an external transmission device, is rotatably connected to the external pipe 5. A rotating rod 8, which is inserted into the edible oil storage tank 11, is rotatably connected to the bottom side of the interior of the edible oil storage tank 11 at the end of the rotating rod 8 away from the rotating shaft 6. A U-shaped frame 9 is connected to the outer side of the rotating rod 8. A brush body 10, which abuts against the bottom side of the oil tank cover 1 and the inner wall of the edible oil storage tank 11, is connected to the outer side of the U-shaped frame 9. A water inlet 7 is connected to the top of the oil tank cover 1. A support base 13 is connected to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank 11. A water outlet 12, which is disposed in the support base 13, is connected to the bottom end of the edible oil storage tank 11.

[0026] The top of the oil tank lid 1 is connected to two sets of symmetrically distributed protruding handles 3. The beneficial effects of the above-mentioned design are: the protruding handles 3 make it easier for workers to grip, making it more labor-saving and convenient to install or remove the oil tank lid 1, improving the ease of operation, especially when the oil tank lid 1 becomes slippery due to grease, it can provide a reliable grip point and ensure operational safety.

[0027] The oil tank cover 1 and the outer connecting pipe 5 are manufactured as a single piece. The beneficial effects of the above-mentioned design are: the integrated manufacturing method enhances the sealing performance and structural strength of the connection between the oil tank cover 1 and the outer connecting pipe 5, reduces the possibility of leakage at the connection point, avoids loosening problems that may occur during later assembly, and extends the service life of the device.

[0028] The sealing cover 4 is made of rubber. The beneficial effects of the above-mentioned design are as follows: rubber has good elasticity and sealing properties. As the material of the sealing cover 4, it can fit tightly against the end of the outer pipe 5, effectively preventing sewage from overflowing from the gap between the outer pipe 5 and the rotating shaft 6 during the cleaning process, thus ensuring the sealing performance of the device. At the same time, the rubber material has a certain degree of wear resistance, which can extend the service life of the sealing cover 4.

[0029] The rotating shaft 6, rotating rod 8, and U-shaped frame 9 are all made of stainless steel. The beneficial effects of the above configuration are: stainless steel has good corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and strength, which can resist the erosion of residual grease and cleaning water in the edible oil storage tank 11, extending the service life of these components. At the same time, the surface of stainless steel is smooth, not easily contaminated with grease and impurities, making it easy to clean and maintain, and ensuring the long-term stable operation of the device.

[0030] The rotating rod 8 and the rotating shaft 6 are connected by a threaded connection. The advantages of the above configuration are as follows: the threaded connection makes the assembly and disassembly of the rotating rod 8 and the rotating shaft 6 simpler and faster, without the need for complicated tools. The staff can easily complete the installation and disassembly operations, which facilitates the maintenance and replacement of the rotating rod 8 or the rotating shaft 6, improves maintenance efficiency, and at the same time, the threaded connection has good stability, which can ensure reliable transmission between the two during rotation.

[0031] The support base 13 has multiple sets of grooves 14 corresponding to the outlet 12. The beneficial effects of the above-mentioned arrangement are: the grooves 14 can guide the sewage discharged from the outlet 12, so that the sewage can be discharged along a preset path, avoiding the accumulation of sewage in the support base 13 and keeping the support base 13 clean. At the same time, the arrangement of the grooves 14 also enhances the structural strength of the support base 13 and improves its load-bearing capacity for the edible oil storage tank 11.

[0032] Working principle

[0033] When cleaning the edible oil storage tank 11, close the inlet and outlet ports 2, open the sealing cover 4, connect the rotating shaft 6 to the external motor, and inject an appropriate amount of cleaning water into the edible oil storage tank 11 through the water inlet 7. Start the external motor, which drives the rotating shaft 6 to rotate. The rotating shaft 6 drives the rotating rod 8 to rotate, and the rotating rod 8 drives the U-shaped frame 9 and the brush body 10 to rotate. The brush body 10 wipes and cleans the bottom side of the oil tank cover 1 and the inner wall of the edible oil storage tank 11. After cleaning, turn off the motor and open the valve on the water outlet 12 to drain the wastewater.

[0034] Example 1

[0035] An automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tanks includes a 50L edible oil storage tank 11. A tank cover 1 is threadedly connected to the opening of the tank 11, facilitating inspection or maintenance of the tank's interior. A 5cm diameter inlet / outlet port 2 is welded to the top of the tank cover 1 for the inlet and outlet of edible oil. Two symmetrically distributed protruding handles 3, each 10cm long, are welded to the top of the tank cover 1 for easy operation. An external connecting pipe 5, 3cm in diameter, is connected through the tank cover 1. The tank cover 1 and the external connecting pipe 5 are integrally cast from stainless steel, enhancing the connection's stability and sealing. A sealing cap 4, made of nitrile rubber, is detachably threaded onto the outer side of the external connecting pipe 5 away from the end of the tank cover 1, preventing wastewater from overflowing from the external connecting pipe 5 during cleaning. A rotating shaft 6, 2.5cm in diameter, is rotatably connected to an external transmission device via a bearing inside the outer connecting pipe 5. The end of the rotating shaft 6 furthest from the outer connecting pipe 5 can be connected to the output shaft of an external 0.5kW motor via a coupling. A rotating rod 8, 80cm long, is threadedly connected to the rotating shaft 6 and inserted into the edible oil storage tank 11 for easy replacement. The end of the rotating rod 8 furthest from the rotating shaft 6 is rotatably connected to the bottom side of the edible oil storage tank 11 via a bearing, ensuring stable rotation. A U-shaped frame 9 is welded to the outside of the rotating rod 8, its width matching the inner diameter of the edible oil storage tank 11. The rotating shaft 6, rotating rod 8, and U-shaped frame 9 are all made of 304 stainless steel, ensuring durability. A brush body 10, made of nylon with 2cm bristles, is bonded to the outside of the U-shaped frame 9, contacting the bottom of the oil tank cover 1 and the inner wall of the edible oil storage tank 11 to ensure cleaning effectiveness and service life. A 2cm diameter water inlet 7 is welded to the top of the oil tank lid 1. The water inlet 7 can be connected to an external water pipe for injecting clean water into the tank. A support base 13 is welded to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank 11. The support base 13 is 10cm high and has two sets of grooves 14 corresponding to the water outlet 12. The grooves 14 are 2cm deep and support the edible oil storage tank 11. A 3cm diameter water outlet 12 is welded to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank 11, located within the support base 13. A ball valve is installed on the water outlet 12 to control the discharge of wastewater.

[0036] Example 2

[0037] An automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tanks includes a 100L edible oil storage tank 11, with a tank lid 1 detachably connected to the opening of the tank 11 via a snap-fit. An oil inlet / outlet 2 with a diameter of 6cm is welded to the top of the tank lid 1. Two sets of symmetrically distributed protruding handles 3, each 12cm in length, are welded to the top of the tank lid 1. An outer connecting pipe 5, with a diameter of 4cm, is connected through the tank lid 1. The tank lid 1 and the outer connecting pipe 5 are integrally die-cast from aluminum alloy. A sealing cap 4, made of fluororubber, is detachably connected to the outer side of the outer connecting pipe 5 away from the tank lid 1 via a thread. A rotating shaft 6, with a diameter of 3.5cm, is rotatably connected to the inner side of the outer connecting pipe 5 via a bearing. The end of the rotating shaft 6 away from the outer connecting pipe 5 can be connected to the output shaft of an external 1kW motor via a coupling. A rotating rod 8, with a length of 100cm, is threadedly inserted into the rotating shaft 6. The end of the rotating rod 8 furthest from the rotating shaft 6 is rotatably connected to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank 11 via a bearing. A U-shaped frame 9 is welded to the outside of the rotating rod 8. The width of the U-shaped frame 9 is adapted to the inner diameter of the edible oil storage tank 11. The rotating shaft 6, rotating rod 8, and U-shaped frame 9 are all made of 316 stainless steel. A brush body 10 is bonded to the outside of the U-shaped frame 9. The brush body 10 is made of pig bristles with a bristle length of 3cm. A water inlet 7 with a diameter of 3cm is welded to the top of the oil tank lid 1. A supporting base 13 is welded to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank 11. The supporting base 13 has a height of 12cm and has three sets of grooves 14 corresponding to the water outlet 12. The grooves 14 have a depth of 3cm. A water outlet 12 with a diameter of 4cm is welded to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank 11. A gate valve is installed on the water outlet 12.

[0038] Example 3

[0039] An automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tanks includes a 200L edible oil storage tank 11, with a tank lid 1 detachably connected to the opening of the tank 11 via bolts. An 8cm diameter inlet / outlet port 2 is welded to the top of the tank lid 1. Two symmetrically distributed protruding handles 3, each 15cm long, are welded to the top of the tank lid 1, and rubber anti-slip sleeves are fitted on the outer sides of the handles. An external connecting pipe 5, 5cm in diameter, is connected through the tank lid 1. The tank lid 1 and the external connecting pipe 5 are integrally forged from stainless steel. A sealing cap 4, made of silicone rubber, is detachably connected to the outer side of the external connecting pipe 5 away from the tank lid 1 via threads, and a sealing gasket is provided on the inner side of the sealing cap 4. A rotating shaft 6, 4.5cm in diameter, is rotatably connected to the external connecting pipe 5 via a bearing. The end of the rotating shaft 6 away from the external connecting pipe 5 can be connected to the output shaft of an external 1.5kW motor via a coupling. A rotating shaft 6 is threadedly connected to a rotating rod 8, which is 120cm long and has reinforcing ribs on its outer side. The end of the rotating rod 8 furthest from the rotating shaft 6 is rotatably connected to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank 11 via a bearing. A U-shaped frame 9 is welded to the outer side of the rotating rod 8, the width of which matches the inner diameter of the edible oil storage tank 11. The rotating shaft 6, rotating rod 8, and U-shaped frame 9 are all made of 201 stainless steel. A brush body 10 is bonded to the outer side of the U-shaped frame 9. The brush body 10 is made of a mixed material, consisting of nylon and pig bristles in a 1:1 ratio, with bristles 4cm long. A 4cm diameter water inlet 7 is welded to the top of the oil tank lid 1, and a check valve is installed on the water inlet 7. A support base 13 is welded to the bottom of the edible oil storage tank 11, with a height of 15cm.

[0040] The examples provided in this utility model are not intended to limit the implementation methods. Those skilled in the art will recognize that various variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementation methods here, and any obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic cleaning device for edible oil storage tank, comprising an edible oil storage tank (11), a tank cover (1) is detachably connected at the opening of the edible oil storage tank (11), an oil inlet and outlet (2) is connected at the top of the tank cover (1), characterized in that, The oil tank cover (1) is connected with an external pipe (5), the external pipe (5) is detachably connected with a sealing cover (4) away from the outer side of the end of the oil tank cover (1), the external pipe (5) is rotatably connected with a rotating shaft (6) connectable with external transmission equipment, the rotating shaft (6) is detachably connected with a rotating rod (8) inserted with the edible oil storage tank (11), the end of the rotating rod (8) away from the rotating shaft (6) is rotatably connected with the bottom side inside the edible oil storage tank (11), the outer side of the rotating rod (8) is connected with a U-shaped frame (9), the outer side of the U-shaped frame (9) is connected with a brush body (10) resistively connected with the bottom side of the oil tank cover (1) and the inner wall of the edible oil storage tank (11), the top end of the oil tank cover (1) is connected with a water inlet (7), the bottom of the edible oil storage tank (11) is connected with a bearing base (13), and the bottom end of the edible oil storage tank (11) is connected with a water outlet (12) arranged in the bearing base (13).

2. The automatic cleaning device for an edible oil storage tank according to claim 1, characterized by The top of the oil tank cover (1) is connected with two groups of symmetrically distributed external convex handles (3).

3. The automatic cleaning device for an edible oil storage tank according to claim 2, characterized by The oil tank cover (1) is integrally made with the external pipe (5).

4. The automatic cleaning device for an edible oil storage tank according to claim 1, characterized by The sealing cover (4) is made of rubber.

5. The automatic cleaning device for an edible oil storage tank according to claim 1, characterized by The rotating shaft (6), the rotating rod (8) and the U-shaped frame (9) are all made of stainless steel.

6. The automatic cleaning device for an edible oil storage tank according to claim 5, characterized by The rotating rod (8) is threadedly inserted with the rotating shaft (6).

7. The automatic cleaning device for an edible oil storage tank according to claim 1, characterized by The bearing base (13) is provided with a plurality of grooves (14) corresponding to the water outlet (12).

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