Automatic poultry neck cutting machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to an automatic poultry neck meat cutting machine, which solves the technical problem of manual operation to separate poultry neck meat, and is provided with a workbench, a driving force cutting device, a guide rail and a conveying device on the workbench, the driving force cutting device is arranged at one end of the guide rail, and the conveying device is arranged on the upper end of the guide rail, the driving force cutting device is provided with a pair of cutting cutter heads driven by power, the cutting cutter heads are arranged alternately, the conveying device is provided with chain transmission driven by power, and the transmission chain of the chain transmission is provided with fixed spikes, and the utility model can be widely applied to the separation and processing of poultry neck meat.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of poultry processing technology, specifically to an automatic poultry neck meat cutting machine. Background Technology

[0002] This invention relates to the technical field of neck meat processing for poultry (such as chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys, etc.). Although poultry neck meat is not abundant, it possesses a unique flavor in certain dishes. Due to frequent movement, the neck meat is firm, and the area near the bone is rich in juices and flavor, thus considered very delicious. Neck meat has a wide range of uses, including in soups, stews, and barbecues, and in some regions it is even a core ingredient in traditional dishes such as specialty barbecues. Its affordable price makes it popular in some areas. When cooking, it usually requires slow cooking or simmering to tenderize the meat. Combined with various spices and sauces, neck meat can exhibit a rich flavor profile, making it a favorite among food enthusiasts.

[0003] However, the production process of poultry neck meat typically relies on manual stripping, a traditional method with significant technical problems. Firstly, due to manual operation, product quality is prone to inconsistency. Manual stripping requires skilled techniques and extensive experience, but even then, differences in the techniques and pressure applied by different workers can lead to inconsistent stripping results, affecting the uniformity and aesthetics of the product.

[0004] Secondly, manual stripping is slow, which impacts meeting market demand and achieving large-scale production goals. The stripping process is complex and delicate, requiring careful attention at every step, which increases both time and labor costs. In large-scale production, this inefficient operating mode becomes a significant bottleneck restricting production efficiency and market competitiveness.

[0005] To change the current situation, the industry is actively exploring and developing more advanced mechanization and automation technologies, hoping to achieve precise stripping through machines, increase production speed, and ensure product consistency and quality. The introduction of automated production lines will not only help increase production capacity but also reduce reliance on manual labor, lower production costs, and make poultry neck meat production more in line with modern industry standards and market demands.

[0006] Existing technical solutions suffer from the problem of using manual labor to remove poultry neck meat, resulting in inconsistent product quality and low efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides an automatic poultry neck meat cutting machine, which solves the technical problems of inconsistent product quality and low efficiency caused by the use of manual operation to peel poultry neck meat in existing solutions.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solution: This utility model is provided with a workbench, on which a power cutting device, a guide rail, and a conveying device are provided. The power cutting device is located at one end of the guide rail, and the conveying device is located at the upper end of the guide rail. The power cutting device is provided with a pair of cutting blades driven by a power source, the cutting blades being arranged in opposite directions. The conveying device is provided with a power-driven chain drive, and the transmission chain of the chain drive is provided with fixed spikes.

[0009] Preferably, the cutting disc is a flat single-edged blade, or a single-edged blade with a raised center and outwardly inclined edges; the fixing spike is a triangular spike.

[0010] Preferably, the workbench is provided with an auxiliary pressure device, the auxiliary pressure device is provided with a pair of support tubes, a slider is slidably installed on each of the support tubes, a connecting beam is connected between the two pairs of sliders, a pressure chain rod is installed on the connecting beam, a compression spring is fixedly installed at the upper end of the two pairs of support tubes, and the upper end of the slider is connected to the lower end of the compression spring.

[0011] Preferably, the auxiliary pressure device is provided in one or more sets.

[0012] Preferably, the guide rail is further provided with a non-powered blade assembly, the non-powered blade being provided with a blade and an auxiliary blade holder, the two ends of the auxiliary blade holder and the blade being fixed on the guide rail respectively.

[0013] Preferably, the workbench is further provided with an auxiliary clamping device, which includes a guide rail adjusting handle, a nut, and a T-shaped lead screw. The nut is connected to the guide rail, the T-shaped lead screw is screwed to the nut, and the T-shaped lead screw is fixedly connected to the guide rail adjusting handle. The rotation of the T-shaped lead screw drives the two guide rails to separate or move closer to each other.

[0014] Preferably, the T-shaped lead screw is provided with both forward and reverse threads, and the nut is provided with a positive thread nut and a reverse thread nut, with the positive thread nut and the reverse thread nut respectively connected to a guide rail.

[0015] Preferably, the auxiliary clamping device is provided in one or more sets.

[0016] Preferably, a support roller is also provided between the two guide rails.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0018] This invention provides an automatic poultry neck meat cutting machine. Through automated cutting technology, this invention significantly reduces reliance on manual operation, increases production speed, and better meets market demands. The automated cutting machine operates precisely, ensuring cutting accuracy and consistency, avoiding the inconsistent quality issues that occur during manual peeling. Using automated equipment reduces the need for skilled workers, thereby lowering labor costs and helping companies reduce operating expenses. The design of the protective cover and mechanized operation reduces the safety risks that may arise from manual intervention. Automated equipment helps reduce direct contact between people and products, reducing the risk of contamination and bacteria entering the food chain and improving food safety. The reasonable design of the pressure bar, pre-cutting blade, and cutting disc in the equipment enables precise cutting of neck meat, ensuring the perfection and aesthetics of the product cut. It is applicable to processing neck meat of different specifications and sizes, and can adapt to different processing needs by adjusting the equipment parameters. The design of the equipment considers ease of operation and maintenance, lowering the operating threshold and making training and maintenance simpler.

[0019] This utility model is equipped with an auxiliary clamping device. The auxiliary device can be adjusted according to the size and condition of the product to achieve precise control of the product and effectively replace manual cutting. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the front cross-sectional structure of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a front view of Embodiment 2 of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a top view schematic diagram of the auxiliary clamping device of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the auxiliary clamping device of this utility model.

[0025] Explanation of symbols in the attached drawings:

[0026] 1. Workbench; 2. Mounting frame; 3. Sprocket shaft; 4. Material drive sprocket; 5. Material driven sprocket; 6. Material transmission chain; 7. Fixed spikes; 8. First motor; 9. Cutting disc; 10. Second motor; 11. Drive drive sprocket; 12. Drive driven sprocket; 13. Drive transmission chain; 14. Support tube; 15. Slider; 16. Connecting beam; 17. Pressure bar; 18. Compression spring; 19. Protective device; 20. Material preparation box; 21. Support plate; 22. Guide rail; 23. Pre-cutting knife; 24. Neck bone guide groove; 25. Neck meat collection box; 26. Guide rail adjustment handle; 28. T-shaped lead screw; 29. ​​Hexagonal spur nut; 30. Idler roller; 31. Hexagonal reverse spur nut. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, so that those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains can easily implement the present invention.

[0028] To further illustrate the technical means and effects adopted by this utility model to achieve the intended purpose of the invention, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of this utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. The detailed description is as follows.

[0029] Example 1: Please refer to Figure 1 This embodiment provides a technical solution: an automatic poultry neck meat cutting machine, including a workbench 1. Two mounting frames 2 are fixedly installed on the upper wall of the workbench 1. Conveying devices are rotatably installed on the two mounting frames 2 respectively. The conveying devices are provided with sprocket shafts 3. A material driving sprocket 4 is fixedly installed on one of the two sprocket shafts 3, and a material driven sprocket 5 is fixedly installed on the other of the two sprocket shafts 3. A material transmission chain 6 is meshed and connected to the material driving sprocket 4 and the material driven sprocket 5. Equipped with fixed spikes 7, the workbench 1 is equipped with a material transmission structure. The lower wall of the workbench 1 is fixedly installed with an active power cutting device, which is a first motor 8. The drive end of the first motor 8 is fixedly installed with a cutting disc 9. The operator places the neck strip on the support plate 21 between a pair of guide rails 22 and onto the fixed spikes 7 of the transmission chain. The fixed spikes 7 drive the neck to move. The neck meat is first cut by the pre-cutting blade 23, which pre-cuts both sides of the neck meat. The neck meat is then cut by the cutting disc 9, completing the automatic separation of the neck meat.

[0030] In this embodiment, the material transmission structure includes a second motor 10, which is a hardened gear reducer motor. The second motor 10 is fixedly installed on the lower wall of the workbench 1. A drive sprocket 11 is fixedly installed on the drive end of the second motor 10. A drive driven sprocket 12 is fixedly installed on one of the two sprocket shafts 3. A drive transmission chain 13 is meshed on the drive sprocket 11 and the drive driven sprocket 12.

[0031] In this embodiment, an auxiliary pressure device is fixedly installed on the upper wall of the workbench 1. The auxiliary pressure device has two pairs of support tubes 14, and sliders 15 are slidably installed on the two pairs of support tubes 14 respectively. A connecting beam 16 is connected between the two pairs of sliders 15 respectively. A pressure rod 17 is installed on the connecting beam 16. A compression spring 18 is fixedly installed on the upper end of the two pairs of support tubes 14, and the upper end of the slider 15 is connected to the lower end of the compression spring 18.

[0032] In this embodiment, a protective cover 19 is fixedly installed on the upper wall of the workbench 1, a material preparation box 20 is fixedly installed at one end of the workbench 1, a support plate 21 is fixedly installed inside the workbench 1 and below the material transmission chain 6, a pair of guide rails 22 are fixedly installed inside the workbench 1, the pair of guide rails 22 form a flared opening, the pair of guide rails 22 are respectively installed on both sides of the material transmission chain 6, a pre-cutting knife 23 is fixedly installed inside the pair of guide rails 22, a neck bone guide groove 24 is fixedly installed at the other end of the side wall of the workbench 1, and a neck meat collection box 25 is installed below the workbench 1.

[0033] Its detailed connection methods are well-known technologies in this field; such as Figure 1 As shown, ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of workbench 1 and the area around the equipment to avoid food contamination.

[0034] Inspect all parts of the equipment to ensure they are operating normally, such as the material drive sprocket 4, material driven sprocket 5, drive drive sprocket 11, drive driven sprocket 12, drive transmission chain 13, material transmission chain 6, and cutting disc 9, all of which are set correctly and in good condition.

[0035] Adjust the position and pressure of the support tube 14, slider 15, pressure chain rod 17 and pre-cutting knife 23 as needed to accommodate neck meat of different specifications.

[0036] Adjust the pressure spring 18 to a suitable pressure to ensure that the neck meat is fixed and stable during the conveying process.

[0037] The operator places the neck strip neatly on the support plate 21 on the workbench 1, ensuring that it is positioned between the guide rails 22.

[0038] Start the equipment, and the first motor 8 drives the cutting disc 9 to start operating.

[0039] The second motor 10 starts and drives the drive sprocket 11, which in turn drives the driven sprocket 12 to rotate via the drive transmission chain 13, thereby driving the sprocket shaft 3 to rotate. At this time, the material drive sprocket 4 drives the material transmission chain 6 to move, which in turn drives the material driven sprocket 5 to move, and drives the material transmission chain 6 and its fixed spikes 7 to move.

[0040] The neck moves with the transmission chain, and the fixed spike 7 ensures its stable position.

[0041] When the neck body passes through the guide rail 22 and the pre-cutting blade 23, it first performs a preliminary side cut.

[0042] Subsequently, the neck body enters the cutting disc area 9 for precise cutting, achieving automatic separation of the neck meat.

[0043] The cut neck meat is automatically transported to the neck meat collection box 25, while the removed bones are discharged through the neck bone guide channel 24.

[0044] Regularly inspect and empty the collection bins and guide chutes to ensure smooth equipment operation.

[0045] After use, turn off the device power.

[0046] Thoroughly clean and disinfect the equipment, especially the blades, chains, and workbench, to maintain the equipment and ensure hygiene and safety.

[0047] Regularly inspect the wear and tear of equipment parts and perform necessary maintenance and replacements to improve the service life and efficiency of the equipment.

[0048] Example 2: Please refer to Figure 2-5 This embodiment provides an automatic poultry neck meat cutting machine, which includes a worktable 1. The worktable 1 is equipped with a main power cutting device, a material transmission structure, a conveying device, a pre-cutting non-powered blade group, an auxiliary pressure device, and an auxiliary clamping device.

[0049] The main power cutting device is equipped with two primary motors 8, each a long-shaft motor. Each primary motor 8 has a cutting disc 9 at its front end. The two cutting discs 9 are staggered to form the main cutting and picking-up blade assembly. The cutting discs 9 are single-bladed circular cutting discs made of carbide, with a single-sided overlapping design for smoother picking and a more fluid cutting motion. The double-bladed, front-and-back overlapping method ensures precise and stable cutting without deviation. The single-bladed circular cutting disc has a sharp cutting edge for more effectively cutting and severing meat tissue, providing more precise cutting results and reducing damage to the meat. The disc blades are typically made of high-quality die-cast carbide and precision-ground, featuring high precision, good wear resistance, and long service life, ensuring the disc maintains its sharpness and stable performance even after prolonged use. The single-bladed circular cutting disc can be designed as a flat surface or a design with a raised center and outward-sloping edges, which is beneficial for cutting and separating meat pieces, improving cutting efficiency and quality. The single-bladed circular cutting disc facilitates chip removal, giving the blades a chip-free advantage during high-speed cutting.

[0050] The material transmission structure drives the conveying device to transport products. The material transmission structure includes a second motor 10, which is a hardened gear reducer motor. The second motor 10 is fixedly installed on the upper wall of the workbench 1, and its drive end is connected to the conveying device. The conveying device includes a sprocket shaft 3, a material drive sprocket 4, a material transmission chain 6, and a material driven sprocket 5. The conveying device is made of custom stainless steel, and the material transmission chain 6 has fixed spikes 7. The fixed spikes 7 are fixed triangular spikes, which ensure stable product conveying and prevent slippage.

[0051] Two mounting brackets 2 are fixedly installed on the upper wall of the workbench 1, and sprocket shafts 3 of the conveying device are rotatably mounted on the two mounting brackets 2. The products of the conveying device are brought in through the manual inlet, and the fixed spikes 7 on the material transmission chain 6 prevent people from directly contacting the cutting tools and causing injury, thus playing a role in conveying and safety.

[0052] Please see Figure 2-3 The auxiliary pressure device includes a support tube 14, a slider 15, a connecting beam 16, a pressure rod 17, and a clamping spring 18. The auxiliary pressure device has a pair of support tubes 14, with sliders 15 slidably mounted on each support tube 14. A connecting beam 16 connects the two pairs of sliders 15, and a pressure rod 17 is mounted on each connecting beam 16. A clamping spring 18 is fixedly mounted on the upper end of each pair of support tubes 14, and the upper end of each slider 15 is connected to the lower end of the clamping spring 18. The pressure rod 17 is used to compress the material transmission chain 6, ensuring it is tightly pressed against the product and guaranteeing stable product transmission. The auxiliary pressure device is fixed to the worktable 1. After manual fine-tuning via the nut at the top of the support tube 14, the auxiliary pressure device does not require further adjustment. It automatically slides up and down via the clamping spring 18 to adjust the product thickness, resulting in more precise cutting.

[0053] Please see Figure 4 The pre-cutting knife 23 adopts a pre-cutting non-powered knife assembly, which is mounted on the guide rail 22 and works in conjunction with the auxiliary main knife assembly for cutting and picking. The pre-cutting non-powered knife assembly is equipped with blades and auxiliary knife holders. The two ends of the auxiliary knife holder and the blades are fixed on the guide rail respectively. After the product passes through the two ends of a pair of blades, the meat tissue on both sides of the product is cut off through pre-cutting, making the neck meat fuller and thicker.

[0054] The auxiliary pressure device is equipped with an auxiliary clamping device at its front end: Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 4-5 The auxiliary clamping device consists of two sets, comprising a guide rail adjusting handle 26, a T-shaped lead screw 28, a hexagonal spur nut 29, and a hexagonal reverse nut 31. The guide rail adjusting handle 26 is connected to the T-shaped lead screw 28, which has both forward and reverse threads. The T-shaped lead screw 28 is equipped with hexagonal spur nuts 29 and hexagonal reverse nuts 31, each connected to a guide rail 22. The guide rail adjusting handle 26 adjusts the product size to ensure a proper fit for picking and cutting, fulfilling the final product forming requirements. Adjusting the guide rail adjusting handle 26 allows the two guide rails 22 to separate or move closer together. A support roller 30 is also provided between the two guide rails 22, providing auxiliary support and preventing the product from slipping off. The guide rails 22 are made of stainless steel square steel.

[0055] It should be noted that in this paper, relational terms such as first and second are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations.

[0056] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model in any way. Although the utility model has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the utility model. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the utility model's technical solution. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the utility model without departing from the scope of the utility model's technical solution shall still fall within the scope of the utility model's technical solution. The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. For those skilled in the art, this utility model can have various modifications and variations. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the scope of the claims of this utility model shall be within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic poultry neck cutting machine provided with a worktable, characterized in that, The workbench is equipped with a power cutting device, a guide rail, and a conveying device. The power cutting device is located at one end of the guide rail, and the conveying device is located at the upper end of the guide rail. The power cutting device is equipped with a pair of cutting blades driven by a power source, which are arranged in opposite directions. The conveying device is equipped with a power-driven chain drive, and the transmission chain of the chain drive is equipped with fixed spikes.

2. The automatic poultry neck cutting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cutting disc is a flat single-edged blade, or a single-edged blade with a raised center and outward-sloping edges; the fixed spike is a triangular spike.

3. The automatic poultry neck cutting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The workbench is equipped with an auxiliary pressure device, which has a pair of support tubes. Sliders are slidably mounted on the support tubes, and connecting beams are connected between the two pairs of sliders. A pressure chain rod is mounted on the connecting beams, and a compression spring is fixedly mounted on the upper end of the two pairs of support tubes. The upper end of the slider is connected to the lower end of the compression spring.

4. The automatic poultry neck cutting machine according to claim 3, characterized in that, The auxiliary pressure device is provided in one or more sets.

5. The automatic poultry neck cutting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The guide rail is also equipped with a non-powered blade assembly. The non-powered blade is equipped with a blade and an auxiliary blade holder. The two ends of the auxiliary blade holder and the blade are respectively fixed on the guide rail.

6. The automatic poultry neck cutting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The workbench is also equipped with an auxiliary clamping device, which includes a guide rail adjusting handle, a nut, and a T-shaped lead screw. The nut is connected to the guide rail, the T-shaped lead screw is screwed to the nut, and the T-shaped lead screw is fixedly connected to the guide rail adjusting handle. The rotation of the T-shaped lead screw drives the two guide rails to separate or move closer to each other.

7. The automatic poultry neck cutting machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The T-shaped lead screw has both forward and reverse threads, and the nut has a positive thread nut and a negative thread nut. The positive thread nut and the negative thread nut are each connected to a guide rail.

8. The automatic poultry neck cutting machine according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that, The auxiliary clamping device is provided in one or more sets.

9. The automatic poultry neck cutting machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, A support roller is also provided between the two guide rails.

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