Gastrodia elata high-efficiency cleaning machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to a ginseng high -efficient cleaning machine belongs to ginseng processing technical field. Mainly including washing tank, liquid level meter, solenoid valve, conveying mechanism, mesh limiting board, guide plate, top flush mechanism and bottom flush mechanism. Washing tank is equipped with conveying mechanism, and top and bottom flush mechanism are located conveying mechanism upside and downside respectively, and realize directional washing to ginseng surface through spray nozzle. Liquid level meter monitors water level, and solenoid valve controls the switch of discharge port, avoids secondary pollution. Conveying mechanism adopts mesh conveyor belt and material lifting plate design, ensures dynamic cleaning effect. The application reduces manual intervention through automation control, significantly improves cleaning efficiency and cleanliness, satisfies the demand of large -scale production, and the structure is reasonable, convenient operation saves the cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of Gastrodia elata processing technology, specifically relating to a high-efficiency cleaning machine for Gastrodia elata. Background Technology

[0002] As an important medicinal plant, the cleaning process of Gastrodia elata during its initial processing is receiving increasing attention. Traditional manual cleaning methods are inefficient and labor-intensive, making them unsuitable for large-scale production. Therefore, developing efficient cleaning equipment has become a key technological focus in the current Gastrodia elata processing field. While some existing technologies attempt to mechanize the cleaning of Gastrodia elata, they still have significant shortcomings in terms of cleaning efficiency, cleanliness assurance, and structural rationality.

[0003] A search revealed a public disclosure of an integrated cleaning and drying machine for Gastrodia elata roots and stems, with publication number CN104148337B and publication date August 17, 2016. This device integrates cleaning and drying functions, achieving two-degree-of-freedom reciprocating movement and vertical damped vibration cleaning of the Gastrodia elata through the coordinated operation of a vibration separation device and a cleaning device. It also features a separate slag discharge structure to prevent secondary contamination. While this design improves the automation level and contamination prevention capabilities to some extent, it still has significant drawbacks: its cleaning action relies on the mechanical vibration of the entire device, lacking targeted flushing of soil and folds on the surface of the Gastrodia elata, resulting in incomplete removal of stubborn deposits. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the problem that existing gastrodia elata cleaning equipment relies on mechanical vibration cleaning and lacks targeted flushing of soil and folds on the surface of gastrodia elata, this utility model provides a high-efficiency gastrodia elata cleaning machine. This device achieves thorough removal of stubborn deposits on the surface of gastrodia elata through the coordinated operation of the top flushing mechanism and the bottom flushing mechanism, combined with the dynamic conveying function of the conveying mechanism, while ensuring high cleaning efficiency and excellent cleanliness.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solution: A high-efficiency cleaning machine for Gastrodia elata mainly includes a cleaning tank, a level gauge, a solenoid valve, a conveying mechanism, a mesh limiting plate, a guide plate, a top rinsing mechanism, and a bottom rinsing mechanism. A level groove is provided on the side wall of the cleaning tank, and the level gauge is installed inside the level groove. A discharge port is provided at the end of the cleaning tank, and the solenoid valve is installed at the discharge port. The conveying mechanism is installed inside the cleaning tank and is divided into a horizontal section and a lifting section. The mesh limiting plate is installed inside the cleaning tank, located on both sides of the horizontal section of the conveying mechanism. The guide plate for feeding is installed inside the cleaning tank, located at the end of the conveying mechanism. The top rinsing mechanism is installed at the top of the cleaning tank, directly above the conveying mechanism. The bottom rinsing mechanism is installed inside the cleaning tank, located at the bottom of the conveying mechanism. The conveying mechanism includes a support plate, a drive roller, a driven roller, a guide and limit roller, a motor, a mesh conveyor belt, and a lifting plate. The support plate is installed inside the cleaning tank. The drive roller, driven roller, and guide and limit roller are rotatably installed between the support plates. The motor is installed on the cleaning tank. The drive roller is connected to the output end of the motor for transmission. The mesh conveyor belt is wound sequentially around the drive roller, guide and limit roller, and driven roller. The lifting plate is installed at equal intervals on the mesh conveyor belt. The top rinsing mechanism includes an inlet pipe, a manual butterfly valve, a diversion pipe, a throttle valve, and nozzles. The inlet pipe is installed on the side wall of the cleaning tank, and the manual butterfly valve is installed on the inlet pipe. The inlet pipe is connected to an external water source through a water pump (not shown in the figure). The diversion pipes are installed at equal intervals on the cleaning tank and are connected to the inlet pipe. The throttle valve is installed on the diversion pipe, and the nozzles are installed at equal intervals at the bottom of the diversion pipe, located directly above the mesh conveyor belt. The bottom rinsing mechanism includes a main water inlet pipe, branch pipes, and bottom nozzles. The main water inlet pipe is installed on the side wall of the cleaning tank and extends into the cleaning tank. The main water inlet pipe is connected to an external water source through a water pump (not shown in the figure). The branch pipe is installed inside the cleaning tank and connected to the main water inlet pipe, located between the mesh conveyor belts. The bottom nozzles are installed at equal intervals on the branch pipe. The level gauge, solenoid valve, motor and external controller are electrically connected to achieve automated control. The beneficial effects of this utility model are: The conveying mechanism is divided into a horizontal section and a lifting section, enabling continuous conveying and automatic feeding of Gastrodia elata, thus improving cleaning efficiency. Meanwhile, mesh limit plates are installed on both sides of the horizontal section of the conveying mechanism to limit the movement of the Gastrodia elata, preventing it from deviating or falling during transport, ensuring the stability and reliability of the cleaning process. The top rinsing mechanism and the bottom rinsing mechanism are installed directly above and at the bottom of the conveying mechanism, respectively, allowing for comprehensive rinsing of the Gastrodia elata and effectively removing dirt and impurities from its surface. Especially for the folded areas of the Gastrodia elata surface, the directional flushing of the bottom rinsing mechanism can thoroughly remove stubborn deposits, improving cleaning quality. Attached Figure Description

[0006] Figure 1 This is an isometric schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0007] Figure 2 This is a top view of the structure of this utility model.

[0008] Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the present invention.

[0009] Figure 4 This is a second partial cross-sectional view of the present invention.

[0010] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of a portion of point A in the middle.

[0011] Figure 6 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the third part of this utility model.

[0012] In the attached diagram, the following are the reference numerals: 1. Cleaning tank; 2. Level gauge; 3. Solenoid valve; 4. Conveying mechanism; 5. Mesh limiting plate; 6. Guide plate; 7. Top rinsing mechanism; 8. Bottom rinsing mechanism; 11. Level tank; 41. Support plate; 42. Driving roller; 43. Driven roller; 44. Guide limiting roller; 45. Motor; 46. Mesh conveyor belt; 47. Lifting plate; 71. Water inlet pipe; 72. Manual butterfly valve; 73. Diverter pipe; 74. Throttle valve; 75. Nozzle; 81. Main water inlet pipe; 82. Branch pipe; 83. Bottom nozzle. Detailed Implementation

[0013] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the preferred embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, so as to facilitate the understanding of those skilled in the art.

[0014] This utility model discloses a high-efficiency cleaning machine for Gastrodia elata, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the high-efficiency cleaning machine for Gastrodia elata mainly includes a cleaning tank 1, a level gauge 2, a solenoid valve 3, a conveying mechanism 4, a mesh limiting plate 5, a guide plate 6, a top rinsing mechanism 7, and a bottom rinsing mechanism 8. The cleaning tank 1 is the core component of the entire cleaning machine. It has a rectangular structure, and its internal space is used to hold the Gastrodia elata to be cleaned and the cleaning water. To facilitate real-time monitoring of the water level in the cleaning tank 1, a level tank 11 is provided on the side wall of the cleaning tank 1, and the level gauge 2 is installed inside the level tank 11. The level gauge 2 is connected to an external controller, which can detect and provide feedback on the water level information in the cleaning tank 1 in real time, thereby ensuring that the water volume is always within a reasonable range during the cleaning process. A discharge port is provided at the end of the cleaning tank 1, and a solenoid valve 3 is installed at the discharge port. The solenoid valve 3 is also electrically connected to the external controller. By controlling the opening and closing of the solenoid valve 3, the Gastrodia elata can be automatically discharged after cleaning, while preventing external contaminants from entering the cleaning tank 1.

[0015] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6As shown, the conveying mechanism 4 is installed inside the washing tank 1. Its main function is to transport the gastrodia elata from the inlet to the outlet and complete the washing operation during the conveying process. The conveying mechanism 4 includes a support plate 41, a drive roller 42, a driven roller 43, a guide and limit roller 44, a motor 45, a mesh conveyor belt 46, and a lifting plate 47. The support plate 41 is fixedly installed on both sides inside the washing tank 1 to support the various components of the conveying mechanism 4. The drive roller 42 and the driven roller 43 are respectively installed between the support plate 41, and both can rotate around their own axes. The guide and limit roller 44 is located between the drive roller 42 and the driven roller 43 and is used to adjust the running trajectory of the mesh conveyor belt 46 to ensure its smooth operation. The motor 45 is installed outside the washing tank 1, and its output end is connected to the drive roller 42 for transmission. The motor 45 drives the drive roller 42 to rotate, thereby driving the mesh conveyor belt 46 to move. The perforated conveyor belt 46 is made of high-strength, corrosion-resistant material, with several through holes evenly distributed on its surface. These through holes not only allow the cleaning water to pass through smoothly but also effectively prevent the gastrodia elata from sliding or getting stuck during transport. Lifting plates 47 are evenly spaced on the perforated conveyor belt 46. Their function is to raise the gastrodia elata during transport, ensuring it fully contacts the cleaning water flow and thus improving the cleaning effect. The conveying mechanism 4 is divided into a horizontal section and a lifting section. The horizontal section is mainly used for preliminary cleaning of the gastrodia elata, while the lifting section further strengthens the cleaning process, ensuring that the dirt and wrinkles on the surface of the gastrodia elata are thoroughly removed.

[0016] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 As shown, to further enhance the cleaning effect, this utility model includes a top rinsing mechanism 7 and a bottom rinsing mechanism 8 inside the cleaning tank 1. The top rinsing mechanism 7 is installed at the top of the cleaning tank 1, directly above the conveying mechanism 4, and its main function is to directionally rinse the surface of the gastrodia elata. The top rinsing mechanism 7 includes a water inlet pipe 71, a manual butterfly valve 72, a diverter pipe 73, a throttle valve 74, and nozzles 75. The water inlet pipe 71 is installed on the side wall of the cleaning tank 1 and connected to an external water source via a water pump to provide cleaning water to the top rinsing mechanism 7. The manual butterfly valve 72 is installed on the water inlet pipe 71 to regulate the water inflow. The diverter pipes 73 are installed at equal intervals at the top of the cleaning tank 1 and are connected to the water inlet pipe 71. The function of the diverter pipes 73 is to evenly distribute the cleaning water to each nozzle 75. The throttle valve 74 is installed on the diverter pipe 73 to precisely control the water output of each nozzle 75, thereby ensuring that the pressure and flow rate of the cleaning water remain consistent. The nozzles 75 are evenly spaced at the bottom of the diversion pipe 73, located directly above the mesh conveyor belt 46. Their spray direction is perpendicular to the surface of the Gastrodia elata, which can powerfully flush the surface of the Gastrodia elata and effectively remove stubborn adhering substances.

[0017] like Figure 3 , Figure 5 As shown, the bottom rinsing mechanism 8 is installed inside the cleaning tank 1, located at the bottom of the conveying mechanism 4. Its main function is to supplement the cleaning of the Gastrodia elata from below. The bottom rinsing mechanism 8 includes a main water inlet pipe 81, branch pipes 82, and bottom nozzles 83. The main water inlet pipe 81 is installed on the side wall of the cleaning tank 1 and extends into the cleaning tank 1. It is connected to an external water source via a water pump to supply water to the bottom rinsing mechanism 8. The branch pipes 82 are installed inside the cleaning tank 1 and connected to the main water inlet pipe 81. The branch pipes 82 are located between the mesh conveyor belts 46, and their function is to evenly distribute the cleaning water to each bottom nozzle 83. The bottom nozzles 83 are evenly spaced on the branch pipes 82, and their spray direction is upward. They can specifically clean the bottom and folded parts of the Gastrodia elata, thereby compensating for the areas that the top rinsing mechanism 7 cannot cover and further improving the cleaning effect.

[0018] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, to ensure that the gastrodia elata does not shift or accumulate during the washing process, perforated limiting plates 5 are installed on both sides of the horizontal section of the conveying mechanism 4. The perforated limiting plates 5 have several through holes evenly distributed on their surface, which both restrict the lateral movement of the gastrodia elata and allow the washing water to pass through smoothly. In addition, a guide plate 6 is installed at the end of the conveying mechanism 4. The guide plate 6 is inclined and its function is to guide the gastrodia elata smoothly into the conveying mechanism 4, avoiding equipment blockage due to improper feeding.

[0019] First, the Gastrodia elata to be cleaned is placed into the cleaning tank 1 via the guide plate 6, and then falls onto the mesh conveyor belt 46 of the conveying mechanism 4. After the motor 45 is started, the drive roller 42 begins to rotate, driving the mesh conveyor belt 46 to move, and the Gastrodia elata is then conveyed to the horizontal section. During this process, the top rinsing mechanism 7 and the bottom rinsing mechanism 8 are started simultaneously, and cleaning water is sprayed out through the nozzles 75 and the bottom nozzles 83 to rinse the surface of the Gastrodia elata from all directions. The level gauge 2 monitors the water level in the cleaning tank 1 in real time and transmits the data to the external controller. When the water level is lower than the set value, the external controller will automatically start the water pump to replenish the cleaning water. After cleaning, the Gastrodia elata enters the lifting section with the mesh conveyor belt 46. At this time, the lifting plate 47 gradually lifts and conveys the Gastrodia elata to the next process for further processing, completing the entire cleaning process.

[0020] Work process: I. Preparation Stage The operator connects the inlet pipe 71 and the main inlet pipe 81 to an external water source via a water pump to ensure a sufficient water supply. Simultaneously, the level gauge 2, solenoid valve 3, and motor 45 are electrically connected to an external controller to complete the circuit connection for automated control.

[0021] Turn on the external controller to initialize the entire cleaning machine, including setting parameters such as motor speed (45) and rinsing time.

[0022] II. Feeding Stage The operator uses the guide plate 6 to feed the gastrodia elata to be cleaned into the conveying mechanism 4 inside the cleaning box 1. Since the guide plate 6 is installed at the end of the conveying mechanism 4, the gastrodia elata can fall smoothly onto the mesh conveyor belt 46.

[0023] When motor 45 starts, its output drives the drive roller 42 to rotate. Since the mesh conveyor belt 46 is sequentially wound around the drive roller 42, guide and limit roller 44, and driven roller 43, the rotation of the drive roller 42 will drive the mesh conveyor belt 46 to rotate cyclically, thereby realizing the conveying of Gastrodia elata on the conveying mechanism 4. The lifting plates 47 are evenly installed on the mesh conveyor belt 46 to prevent Gastrodia elata from slipping during the conveying process and ensure stable conveying of Gastrodia elata.

[0024] III. Cleaning Stage Liquid level monitoring and control: The liquid level gauge 2 on the side wall of the cleaning tank 1 monitors the liquid level in the liquid level tank 11 in real time, thereby reflecting the water level in the cleaning tank 1. When the water level is lower than the set value, the operator can control the water pump to increase the water supply through the external controller; when the water level reaches the set value, the water supply of the water pump can be adjusted appropriately to maintain a stable water level.

[0025] Top Rinse: Water enters the top rinsing mechanism 7 through the inlet pipe 71. A manual butterfly valve 72 allows for initial adjustment of the water flow through the inlet pipe 71. After entering the inlet pipe 71, the water is diverted into branch pipes 73, which are installed at equal intervals on the cleaning tank 1 and connected to the inlet pipe 71. A throttle valve 74 is installed on the branch pipes 73 to further adjust the water flow in each branch pipe 73. Finally, the water is sprayed out through nozzles 75, which are installed at equal intervals at the bottom of the branch pipes 73, to perform a top rinse on the Gastrodia elata located on the mesh conveyor belt 46, removing dirt and impurities from the surface of the Gastrodia elata.

[0026] Bottom rinsing: Water enters the bottom rinsing mechanism 8 through the main water inlet pipe 81. The main water inlet pipe 81 extends into the cleaning tank 1, and the branch pipe 82 is connected to the main water inlet pipe 81 and located between the mesh conveyor belts 46. Water is diverted from the main water inlet pipe 81 to the branch pipe 82, and then sprayed upward through the bottom nozzles 83 installed at equal intervals on the branch pipe 82 to rinse the bottom of the Gastrodia elata, especially targeting the folds and stubborn attachments on the bottom of the Gastrodia elata for targeted rinsing to ensure cleaning effect.

[0027] Limiting and Conveying: Mesh limiting plates 5 are installed on both sides of the horizontal section of the conveying mechanism 4 to limit the movement of the Gastrodia elata during the conveying process, keeping it in a suitable position so that the top rinsing mechanism 7 and the bottom rinsing mechanism 8 can rinse it more accurately. The conveying mechanism 4 is divided into a horizontal section and a lifting section. After being thoroughly cleaned in the horizontal section, the Gastrodia elata enters the lifting section as the mesh conveyor belt 46 rotates.

[0028] IV. Discharge Stage Once the sludge is cleaned and transported to the next process, the operator can open solenoid valve 3 again to discharge the sludge and dirty water, preparing for the next round of cleaning.

[0029] Finally, it should be noted that the above preferred embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail through the above preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various changes can be made to it in form and detail without departing from the scope defined by the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A high-efficiency cleaning machine for Gastrodia elata, characterized in that: The aforementioned high-efficiency cleaning machine for Gastrodia elata includes a cleaning tank (1), a level gauge (2), a solenoid valve (3), a conveying mechanism (4), a mesh limiting plate (5), a guide plate (6), a top rinsing mechanism (7), and a bottom rinsing mechanism (8). A level tank (11) is provided on the side wall of the cleaning tank (1). The level gauge (2) is installed inside the level tank (11). A discharge port is provided at the end of the cleaning tank (1). The solenoid valve (3) is installed at the discharge port. The conveying mechanism (4) is installed inside the cleaning tank (1). The conveying mechanism (4) is divided into a horizontal section and a lifting section. The mesh limiting plate (5) is installed inside the cleaning tank (1) and located on both sides of the horizontal section of the conveying mechanism (4). The guide plate (6) for feeding is installed inside the cleaning tank (1) and located at the end of the conveying mechanism (4). The top rinsing mechanism (7) is installed at the top of the cleaning tank (1) and located directly above the conveying mechanism (4). The bottom rinsing mechanism (8) is installed inside the cleaning tank (1) and located at the bottom of the conveying mechanism (4).

2. The ginseng high-efficiency cleaning machine of claim 1, wherein: The conveying mechanism (4) includes a support plate (41), a drive roller (42), a driven roller (43), a guide and limit roller (44), a motor (45), a mesh conveyor belt (46), and a lifting plate (47). The support plate (41) is installed inside the cleaning box (1). The drive roller (42), the driven roller (43), and the guide and limit roller (44) are rotatably installed between the support plate (41). The motor (45) is installed on the cleaning box (1). The drive roller (42) is connected to the output end of the motor (45) for transmission. The mesh conveyor belt (46) is wound around the drive roller (42), the guide and limit roller (44), and the driven roller (43) in sequence. The lifting plate (47) is installed on the mesh conveyor belt (46) at equal intervals.

3. The Gastrodia elata high-efficiency cleaning machine of claim 2, wherein the cleaning machine further comprises a plurality of cleaning rollers arranged on the cleaning roller shafts. The top rinsing mechanism (7) includes an inlet pipe (71), a manual butterfly valve (72), a diversion pipe (73), a throttle valve (74), and a nozzle (75). The inlet pipe (71) is installed on the side wall of the cleaning tank (1), the manual butterfly valve (72) is installed on the inlet pipe (71), the diversion pipe (73) is installed at equal intervals on the cleaning tank (1) and connected to the inlet pipe (71), the throttle valve (74) is installed on the diversion pipe (73), and the nozzle (75) is installed at equal intervals at the bottom of the diversion pipe (73), located directly above the mesh conveyor belt (46).

4. The ginseng high efficiency cleaning machine of claim 2, wherein: The bottom rinsing mechanism (8) includes a main water inlet pipe (81), a branch pipe (82), and a bottom nozzle (83). The main water inlet pipe (81) is installed on the side wall of the cleaning tank (1) and extends into the cleaning tank (1). The branch pipe (82) is installed inside the cleaning tank (1) and connected to the main water inlet pipe (81), located between the mesh conveyor belts (46). The bottom nozzles (83) are installed at equal intervals on the branch pipe (82).

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