A meat defrosting device

Abstract

This invention provides a meat thawing device, including a frame with a thawing tank at its bottom. Multiple sets of holding frames are mounted on the frame, and a conveying mechanism connected to these frames drives their rotation. A linkage mechanism on the frame raises and lowers the holding frames as they pass through the thawing tank. This device automatically controls the frames to descend into or rise out of the thawing tank, eliminating the need for manual handling of the meat and significantly reducing labor intensity while improving meat processing efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of meat processing technology, specifically to a meat thawing device. Background Technology

[0002] In meat processing, after slaughter and cutting, meat is usually stored and transported by low-temperature freezing in order to extend its shelf life and prevent the growth of microorganisms. Therefore, thawing is a key pre-processing step that connects frozen storage with subsequent cutting, cooking and deep processing. Its efficiency and thawing quality directly affect the processing cycle, quality and safety and production cost of meat products.

[0003] For example, Chinese utility model patent with publication number CN211510431U provides a beef thawing tank. When in use, the device heats the water in the heating chamber through a heating block. The output shaft of the motor drives the fan blades to rotate, pushing the hot water into the thawing chamber through the water outlet. The water flow pushed in the two heating chambers will squeeze each other and spread to the surroundings, allowing the hot water to spread to every corner. The frozen beef also moves irregularly, allowing the frozen beef to come into full contact with the hot water and thaw quickly.

[0004] However, most existing meat thawing devices require manual movement of the meat into the thawing tank for thawing, and then manual removal of the meat from the tank after thawing. This makes it impossible to achieve automatic meat transfer, thereby increasing the workload of workers and reducing processing efficiency. In view of this, a meat thawing device is proposed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model proposes a meat thawing device to solve the technical problem mentioned in the background art that most existing meat thawing devices require manual movement of meat to a thawing tank for thawing, followed by manual removal of the meat from the thawing tank after thawing. This fails to achieve automatic meat transfer, thereby increasing the workload of workers and reducing processing efficiency.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a meat thawing device, comprising: The frame has a thawing tank at the bottom; Multiple sets of holding frames are provided, and all of them are arranged on the rack; A conveying mechanism, mounted on the frame and connected to multiple sets of the holding frames, drives the multiple sets of the holding frames to rotate; and A linkage mechanism is installed on the frame to drive the holding frame to rise and fall as it passes the thawing tank.

[0007] In a preferred embodiment, the conveying mechanism includes: A chain conveyor, mounted on the frame; and Multiple sets of connecting plates are provided, and each set is connected to a different set of the holding frames. The connecting plates are fixedly mounted on segments of the chain in the chain conveyor.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment, the linkage mechanism includes: The drive frame is fixedly mounted on the frame and has a first flat rail and a second flat rail. The first flat rail is higher than the second flat rail, and both ends of the second flat rail are connected to the first flat rail through inclined rails. The connecting sleeve is fixedly mounted on the connecting plate; and The lifting rod is installed in the connecting sleeve, with one end connected to the holding frame and the other end having only a drive wheel, which is slidably locked in the first flat rail.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment, the bottom of the holding frame is open and hinged with a support grid, one end of which is connected to the holding frame via a quick-release assembly.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, the quick-release assembly includes: A knob, rotatably mounted on the supporting grid, and connected to a locking rod; and The clip-on bracket is L-shaped and located at the bottom of the container frame, and the locking rod can be clipped onto the inside of the clip-on bracket.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: When in use, the device allows meat to be thawed to be placed in the holding frames via a conveyor or by manual operation. Multiple holding frames are controlled by a conveyor mechanism to rotate on the frame, passing sequentially through the thawing tank. A linkage mechanism lowers the holding frames as they pass through the thawing tank, thawing the meat. Once thawing is complete, the linkage mechanism automatically raises the holding frames and removes them from the thawing tank. This eliminates the need for manual handling of the meat, effectively reducing labor intensity and improving meat processing efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0012] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the specific embodiments will be briefly described below. In all the drawings, the elements or parts are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0013] Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of a meat thawing device provided by this utility model; Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the holding frame in a meat thawing device according to the present invention. Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled structure of the holding frame in a meat thawing device according to the present invention. Figure label: 1. Frame; 2. Thawing tank; 3. Drive frame; 4. First horizontal rail; 5. Second horizontal rail; 6. Inclined rail; 7. Connecting plate; 8. Connecting sleeve; 9. Lifting rod; 10. Drive wheel; 11. Container frame; 12. Support grid; 13. Knob; 14. Locking rod; 15. Snap-fit ​​frame; 16. Chain conveyor. Detailed Implementation

[0014] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the following specific embodiments are only used to further illustrate the present invention and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make some non-essential improvements and adjustments to the present invention based on the above application content.

[0015] Example: like Figure 1 , 3 As shown, this utility model provides a meat thawing device, including a frame 1, a thawing tank 2, a holding frame 11, a conveying mechanism, and a linkage mechanism. The frame 1 provides support for the entire device, and the thawing tank 2 is fixedly installed at its bottom. Thawing water or other thawing media can be injected into the thawing tank 2 to achieve the thawing operation of meat. Multiple sets of holding frames 11 are provided and evenly distributed in the upper area of ​​the frame 1. The holding frames 11 are used to place the meat to be thawed. The bottom of the holding frame 11 is designed to be open and is hinged with a support grid 12. The support grid 12 can support the meat without affecting the contact between the thawing media and the meat.

[0016] like Figure 1 , 2 As shown, in this embodiment, multiple sets of holding frames 11 are driven to rotate by a conveying mechanism. The conveying mechanism includes a chain conveyor 16 and a connecting plate 7. The chain conveyor 16 is installed on the top crossbeam of the frame 1. The chain of the chain conveyor 16 is arranged in a ring. The connecting plate 7 is provided on the holding frame 11. The connecting plate 7 is fixed to the segment of the chain of the chain conveyor 16 by bolts. When the chain conveyor 16 is started, the chain drives the connecting plate 7 and the holding frame 11 to rotate along the ring track, so as to realize the continuous transfer of multiple sets of holding frames 11. like Figure 1 , 2As shown, in this embodiment, the holding frame 11 is driven to rise and fall as it passes the thawing tank 2 by a linkage mechanism. The linkage mechanism includes a drive frame 3, a connecting sleeve 8, and a lifting rod 9. The drive frame 3 is fixedly installed on the frame 1. A first flat rail 4, a second flat rail 5, and an inclined rail 6 are provided on the outer side of the drive frame 3. The height of the first flat rail 4 is higher than that of the second flat rail 5. The two ends of the second flat rail 5 are respectively connected to the bottom end of an inclined rail 6, and the top end of the inclined rail 6 is connected to the first flat rail 4, forming a complete track path. The connecting sleeve 8 is fixed to the bottom of the connecting plate 7. The lifting rod 9 is slidably inserted into the connecting sleeve 8. The bottom of the lifting rod 9 is fixedly connected to the holding frame 11. The top of the lifting rod 9 is equipped with a drive wheel 10 through a bearing. The drive wheel 10 is slidably locked in the first flat rail 4. When the connecting plate 7 moves with the chain, the drive wheel 10 slides along the track of the drive frame 3, thereby realizing the automatic rising and falling of the holding frame 11.

[0017] like Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, a quick-release assembly is provided at the connection position between the supporting grid 12 and the holding frame 11. The quick-release assembly includes a knob 13, a locking rod 14, and a snap-fit ​​bracket 15. The snap-fit ​​bracket 15 is L-shaped and is fixed to the open edge of the bottom of the holding frame 11 by welding. The knob 13 is rotatably mounted on the end of the supporting grid 12 away from the hinge end via a rotating shaft. The locking rod 14 is fixedly connected to the knob 13, and its other end extends to the inner area of ​​the snap-fit ​​bracket 15. When the knob 13 is rotated, the locking rod 14 can be engaged or disengaged from the snap-fit ​​bracket 15 to lock or unlock the supporting grid 12 and the holding frame 11. After unlocking, the supporting grid 12 can be flipped downwards to facilitate the removal of the thawed meat from the holding frame 11.

[0018] The specific usage and beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: Initially, the meat to be thawed is placed in the container 11 by workers or a conveyor. Turning knob 13 causes locking lever 14 to engage with the clip frame 15, locking the supporting grid 12. Then, the chain conveyor 16 is started, and the chain drives the connecting plate 7 and the container 11 along a circular track. At this time, the drive wheel 10 slides within the first horizontal rail 4, keeping the container 11 in a higher position. When the container 11 moves directly above the thawing tank 2, the drive wheel 10 slides downwards along the inclined rail 6, causing the lifting rod 9 to move downwards within the connecting sleeve 8, thereby driving the container 11 to descend until the container 11 and the meat inside are immersed in the thawing medium of the thawing tank 2. At this point, the drive wheel 10 enters the second horizontal rail 5 and slides, keeping the container 11 in a lower position for the thawing operation.

[0019] After thawing, the container 11 continues to move with the chain, and the drive wheel 10 slides upward along the inclined track 6 on the other side, driving the lifting rod 9 and the container 11 to rise and detach from the thawing medium. The drive wheel 10 returns to the first flat track 4, and the container 11 moves with the chain to the unloading area. In the unloading area, the operator turns the knob 13 to disengage the locking rod 14 from the clamping frame 15, flips the support grid 12 downward, and unloads the thawed meat from the container 11, completing one thawing cycle.

[0020] Through the above structural design, this device can realize automatic transfer, automatic lifting and thawing of meat, and convenient unloading without manual handling, which greatly reduces the workload of workers. At the same time, through the continuous operation of multiple sets of holding frames 11, the processing efficiency is significantly improved, and the operation process is stable and safe, which can meet the needs of large-scale meat processing.

[0021] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above. Modifications or improvements can be made to this utility model, which is obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, all such modifications or improvements made without departing from the spirit of this utility model fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A meat thawing device, characterized in that, Including: The frame (1) has a thawing tank (2) at the bottom; Multiple sets of holding frames (11) are provided, and all of them are arranged on the frame (1); A conveying mechanism is provided on the frame (1) and connected to multiple sets of the holding frames (11) to drive the multiple sets of the holding frames (11) to rotate. and A linkage mechanism is provided on the frame (1) to drive the holding frame (11) to rise and fall as it passes the thawing pool (2).

2. The meat thawing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying mechanism includes: Chain conveyor (16), mounted on the frame (1); and The connecting plate (7) is provided in multiple sets and is connected to multiple sets of the holding frame (11). The connecting plate (7) is fixedly installed on the chain segment in the chain conveyor (16).

3. The meat thawing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The linkage mechanism includes: The drive frame (3) is fixedly installed on the frame (1) and has a first flat rail (4) and a second flat rail (5). The first flat rail (4) is higher than the second flat rail (5). Both ends of the second flat rail (5) are connected to the first flat rail (4) through inclined rails (6). The connecting sleeve (8) is fixedly mounted on the connecting plate (7); and The lifting rod (9) is raised and lowered and is set in the connecting sleeve (8). One end of the rod is connected to the holding frame (11), and the other end is provided with only a drive wheel (10). The drive wheel (10) is slidably locked in the first flat rail (4).

4. The meat thawing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the holding frame (11) is open and is hinged with a support grid (12). One end of the support grid (12) is connected to the holding frame (11) via a quick-release assembly.

5. The meat thawing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The quick-release assembly includes: A knob (13) is rotatably mounted on the supporting grid (12) and is connected to a locking rod (14); and The clip holder (15) is L-shaped and is located at the bottom of the container (11). The locking rod (14) can be clipped inside the clip holder (15).

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