Ultrasonic atomization adding device and mixing process equipment

Abstract

The utility model belongs to ice cream production technical field discloses a kind of ultrasonic atomization adding device and mixing process equipment, ultrasonic atomization adding device, including feed pipe, flow divider and ultrasonic atomizer, flow divider is set in feed pipe inside, ultrasonic atomizer is inserted in feed pipe, flow divider is provided with multiple shunt pipeline, for the guidance, shunting of ice cream material liquid, ultrasonic atomizer can shake and atomize into small droplet with small material, to spray towards along each shunt pipeline and mix in the ice cream material liquid that flows down.The utility model shakes and atomizes into small droplet with small material in it, and sprays towards each ice cream material liquid that flows down and mixes, not only realizes on-line quick addition small material, improves the contact area of both to quickly dispersed mix, to ensure the sufficient mixing of both, but also can avoid material liquid waste in debugging process, reduce energy waste, reduce production cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ice cream production technology, and in particular to an ultrasonic atomizing addition device and mixing process equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In the ice cream production process, flavorings, colorings, and other additives are typically added in an aging tank to ensure proper mixing with the ice cream and complete the relevant mixing processes. However, directly adding these additives to the aging tank results in uneven mixing and requires prolonged stirring to achieve thorough mixing, reducing production efficiency. Furthermore, if additives are added to the aging tank in advance, they are lost during the freezing and filling processes, leading to material waste and energy waste. Therefore, how to achieve online addition of additives, ensuring thorough mixing between the additives and ice cream, shortening mixing time, and reducing production costs are problems that researchers in this field need to solve. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an ultrasonic atomizing addition device and a mixing process equipment to enable online addition of ingredients, ensure thorough mixing between the ingredients and ice cream, shorten mixing time, and reduce production costs.

[0004] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] An ultrasonic atomizing dispensing device, comprising:

[0006] The ice cream includes a feed pipe, a distributor, and an ultrasonic atomizer. The distributor is located inside the feed pipe, and the ultrasonic atomizer is inserted into the feed pipe. The distributor has multiple diversion pipes for guiding and diverting the ice cream mixture. The ultrasonic atomizer can break up small ingredients and atomize them into small droplets, which are then sprayed onto the ice cream mixture flowing down the diversion pipes for mixing.

[0007] Optionally, the feeding pipe is provided with a first feeding pipe and a second feeding pipe, the distributor is disposed in the first feeding pipe, and the ultrasonic atomizer is connected to the second feeding pipe. The first feeding pipe is used for feeding the ice cream base liquid, and the second feeding pipe is used for feeding the toppings.

[0008] Optionally, both the first and second feeding pipes are arranged in a vertical direction.

[0009] Optionally, the ultrasonic atomizer includes an atomizer and an ultrasonic oscillator, the ultrasonic oscillator being used to break up the small particles, which are then atomized by the atomizer and sprayed onto the ice cream base.

[0010] Optionally, the atomizer is provided with a feed trough and a guide hole. After the atomizer enters the feed trough, it is sprayed into the feed pipe through the guide hole to mix with the ice cream liquid.

[0011] Optionally, the bottom of the feed trough is provided with multiple guide channels and multiple guide holes, and the guide channels and guide holes are provided in a one-to-one correspondence to form multiple injection channels.

[0012] Alternatively, the ultrasonic atomizer is inserted obliquely into the feed tube, and along the axial direction of the feed tube, the height of the distributor is greater than the height of the spray end of the ultrasonic atomizer, and the height of the other end of the ultrasonic atomizer is greater than the height of the spray end.

[0013] Alternatively, the injection end may be configured as a spherical structure.

[0014] Alternatively, the diversion conduit is arranged circumferentially along the diverter and located on the side of the diverter opposite to the ultrasonic atomizer.

[0015] On the other hand, the mixing process equipment includes the ultrasonic atomizing addition device, the flow stabilizing device, the first feeding pump, the addition dispersion tank and the feeding tank. The ice cream liquid is transported to the ultrasonic atomizing addition device through the flow stabilizing device. The small ingredients are transported to the ultrasonic atomizing addition device through the first feeding pump. After being crushed and atomized into small droplets, they are sprayed onto the ice cream liquid for mixing. The mixed liquid is then dispersed and stirred in the addition dispersion tank 405 and stirred in the feeding tank.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] This invention enables the simultaneous addition of ice cream base and toppings via a feeding pipe. A distributor divides the ice cream base into multiple streams, while an ultrasonic atomizer breaks up and atomizes the toppings into small droplets, which are then sprayed onto each stream for mixing. This not only allows for rapid online addition of toppings, increasing the contact area for quick dispersion and mixing, but also effectively ensures thorough mixing, avoiding waste of base during the aging process when toppings are added beforehand. This reduces energy waste and production costs, resulting in rapid and uniform dispersion and mixing of the ice cream base and toppings. Correspondingly, the ultrasonic atomization addition device effectively improves the mixing efficiency and effect of the mixing process. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the ultrasonic atomizing additive device described in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 2This is a top view schematic diagram of the ultrasonic atomizing addition device described in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the ultrasonic atomizing addition device described in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the hidden feed pipe in the ultrasonic atomizing additive device described in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the mixing process equipment described in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding pipe in the ultrasonic atomizing additive device described in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the feeding pipe in the ultrasonic atomizing additive device described in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 8 This is a first isometric schematic diagram of the splitter in the ultrasonic atomizing additive device described in this embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a second isometric schematic diagram of the splitter in the ultrasonic atomizing additive device described in this embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the ultrasonic atomizer in the ultrasonic atomizing addition device described in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the ultrasonic atomizer in the ultrasonic atomizing addition device described in this embodiment of the utility model.

[0029] In the picture:

[0030] 10-Feeding pipe; 101-First feeding pipe; 102-Second feeding pipe; 11-First pipe body; 12-Second pipe body; 13-Third pipe body; 103-Installation pipe;

[0031] 20-Diverter; 201-Diverter pipe; 21-End face; 22-Guide plate;

[0032] 30-Ultrasonic atomizer; 31-Atomizer generator; 32-Ultrasonic oscillator; 301-Feed trough; 311-Guide trough; 302-Guide hole;

[0033] 401-First flow stabilizer tank; 402-Flow meter; 403-Second flow stabilizer tank; 404-First feed pump; 405-Feeding and dispersing tank; 406-Cooling water inlet; 407-Cooling water outlet; 408-Ultrasonic disperser; 409-First agitator; 410-Second feed pump; 411-Pneumatic butterfly valve; 412-Feed tank; 413-Second agitator; 414-Third feed pump; 415-Freezing machine. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar parts or parts having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or a detachable connection; a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; or the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0037] The technical solution of this embodiment will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0038] like Figures 1 to 11As shown, this embodiment provides an ultrasonic atomizing addition device, including a feed pipe 10, a distributor 20, and an ultrasonic atomizer 30. The distributor 20 is disposed inside the feed pipe 10, and the ultrasonic atomizer 30 is inserted into the feed pipe 10. The distributor 20 is provided with multiple distribution pipes 201 for guiding and distributing ice cream liquid. The ultrasonic atomizer 30 can break up small ingredients and atomize them into small droplets, which are sprayed onto the ice cream liquid flowing down along each of the distribution pipes 201 for mixing.

[0039] On the other hand, the mixing process equipment includes an ultrasonic atomizing addition device, a flow stabilizing device, a first feeding pump 404, a feeding dispersion tank 405, and a feeding tank 412. The ice cream liquid is transported to the ultrasonic atomizing addition device through the flow stabilizing device. The small ingredients are transported to the ultrasonic atomizing addition device through the first feeding pump 404, and after being crushed and atomized into small droplets, they are sprayed onto the ice cream liquid for mixing. The mixed liquid is then sequentially dispersed and stirred in the feeding dispersion tank 405 and stirred in the feeding tank 412.

[0040] Specifically, in this embodiment, the ice cream base and toppings can be added simultaneously via the feed pipe 10. The distributor 20 divides the ice cream base into multiple streams, and the ultrasonic atomizer 30 breaks up and atomizes the toppings into small droplets, which are then sprayed onto each stream of ice cream base for mixing. This not only enables rapid online addition of toppings, increasing the contact area for quick dispersion and mixing, but also effectively ensures thorough mixing, avoiding waste of base during the aging tank's commissioning process when toppings are added beforehand. This reduces energy waste and production costs, allowing for rapid and uniform dispersion and mixing of the ice cream base and toppings. Correspondingly, the ultrasonic atomization addition device effectively improves the mixing efficiency and effect of the mixing process equipment.

[0041] The specific structure of the ultrasonic atomizing addition device in this example is described below.

[0042] like Figures 1-4 As shown, in this embodiment, the ultrasonic atomizing device includes a feed pipe 10, a distributor 20, and an ultrasonic atomizer 30. The distributor 20 is disposed inside the feed pipe 10, and the ultrasonic atomizer 30 is inserted into the feed pipe 10. The distributor 20 is used to guide and divide the ice cream mixture, so that the ice cream mixture is transported through multiple channels. Furthermore, the ultrasonic atomizer 30 is used to break up and atomize small ingredients into fine droplets, and can spray the small droplets into the ice cream mixture flowing down each channel, thereby mixing the small ingredients with the ice cream mixture. This avoids the problem of insufficient mixing when adding small ingredients in the aging tank, and improves the mixing effect and reduces losses by adding small ingredients through online atomization.

[0043] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, in this embodiment, the feed pipe 10 includes a first pipe body 11, a second pipe body 12, and a third pipe body 13. A first feed pipe 101 is disposed within the first pipe body 11, a second feed pipe 102 is disposed within the second pipe body 12, and an installation pipe 103 is disposed within the third pipe body 13. Optionally, both the first pipe body 11 and the second pipe body 12 are arranged vertically and are parallel to each other. Correspondingly, the first feed pipe 101 and the second feed pipe 102 are also arranged vertically and are parallel to each other. Further, the third pipe body 13 is inclined, with one end connected to the first pipe body 11 and the other end used to connect to the ultrasonic atomizer 30. Optionally, the second tube 12 is connected to the third tube 13, and both the first tube 11 and the second tube 12 are connected to the third tube 13. The first tube 11 is used to transport the ice cream base, and the second tube 12 is used to transport the toppings. That is, the first supply pipe 101 is used to supply the ice cream base, and the second supply pipe 102 is used to supply the toppings, thereby ensuring that the toppings can be mixed with the ice cream base. For example, along the vertical direction, the lower end of the third tube 13 is connected to the first tube 11, and the higher end is used to connect to the ultrasonic atomizer 30.

[0044] Specifically, the distributor 20 is installed in the first supply pipe 101 within the first tube 11 to guide and divert the ice cream mixture. Correspondingly, the ultrasonic atomizer 30 is inserted into the installation pipe 103 within the third tube 13, thus allowing the ultrasonic atomizer 30 to be obliquely inserted into the supply pipe 10. Consequently, the height of the spray end of the ultrasonic atomizer 30 along the axial direction of the supply pipe 10 is less than the height of the other end, ensuring smooth delivery of the small particles. Furthermore, along the axial direction of the supply pipe 10, the height of the distributor 20 is greater than the height of the spray end of the ultrasonic atomizer 30, and the ultrasonic atomizer 30 is connected to the second supply pipe 102. Therefore, the ice cream mixture, after being diverted and guided by the distributor 20, mixes with the small droplets of the small particles sprayed by the ultrasonic atomizer 30, ensuring thorough mixing. For example, in this embodiment, the outer diameter of the first tube 11 is larger than the outer diameter of the second tube 12, and the inner diameter of the first feeding pipe 101 is larger than the inner diameter of the second feeding pipe 102, so as to ensure that a large amount of ice cream liquid passes through and that the small ingredients can be evenly atomized and sprayed to ensure stable mixing of the two.

[0045] like Figure 8 and Figure 9As shown, in this embodiment, the distributor 20 is provided with multiple distribution pipes 201, and the atomized droplets of the topping are sprayed into the ice cream mixture flowing down each distribution pipe 201. Specifically, the distribution pipes 201 are arranged circumferentially along the distributor 20, and guide plates 22 extend downward along the axial direction of the distributor 20. Optionally, the bottom surface of the distributor 20 is provided with an end face 21, and the guide plate 22 extends out of the end face 21 to ensure that the ice cream mixture in each distribution pipe 201 can flow down in separate streams under the guidance of the corresponding guide plate 22, thereby fully mixing with the small droplets sprayed from the topping, expanding the contact area between the two and improving the mixing effect.

[0046] Specifically, multiple diversion pipes 201 are located on the side of the distributor 20 away from the ultrasonic atomizer 30, so that there is a certain distance between each stream of ice cream liquid and the spray end of the ultrasonic atomizer 30, ensuring that the small droplets of the topping can be accurately sprayed onto the ice cream liquid, and preventing the ice cream liquid from flowing directly towards the ultrasonic atomizer 30 and affecting the spraying of the topping. Furthermore, the diversion pipes 201 and the inner wall of the first supply pipe 101 form a cylindrical space to ensure that the ice cream liquid flows down in separate streams without mixing between them. For example, in this embodiment, five diversion pipes 201 are provided, arranged in a spaced-out array to form a crescent shape, and all of them penetrate the distributor 20 to achieve smooth flow of the ice cream liquid.

[0047] like Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, in this embodiment, the ultrasonic atomizer 30 includes an atomizer 31 and an ultrasonic oscillator 32, with the end of the atomizer 31 facing away from the ultrasonic oscillator 32 configured as a spray end. Optionally, the ultrasonic oscillator 32 is used to break up small particles, which are then atomized by the atomizer 31 and sprayed onto the ice cream base, thereby ensuring thorough mixing of the small particles and the ice cream base. Optionally, the spray end is configured with a spherical structure to reduce stress damage to the ultrasonic atomizer 30 caused by the impact of the base and to effectively prevent base accumulation.

[0048] Furthermore, the atomizer 31 is provided with a feed trough 301 and a guide hole 302. The bottom end of the second feeding pipe 102 is connected to the feed trough 301. After the small particles enter the feed trough 301 through the second feeding pipe 102, they are sprayed into the feed pipe 10 through the guide hole 302, thereby mixing with the various streams of ice cream liquid. For example, the guide hole 302 is arranged along the axial direction of the ultrasonic atomizer 30, so that the spray direction of the small particles is at an angle to the flow direction of the ice cream liquid, ensuring thorough mixing of the small particles and the ice cream liquid. For example, the guide hole 302 is provided with a spherical structure.

[0049] Furthermore, the bottom of the feed trough 301 is provided with multiple guide channels 311 and multiple guide holes 302, with each guide channel 311 and guide hole 302 corresponding to the other, thus forming multiple spray channels. The small particles passing through the second feed pipe 102 fall onto the guide channels 311 of each spray channel and are sprayed into the corresponding guide holes 302 under the vibration and atomization effect of the ultrasonic atomizer 30, thereby forming multiple jets of small particles to achieve mixing between the small particles and the ice cream mixture. For example, the spray channels and the distribution pipes 201 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence. In this embodiment, five spray channels are provided, thereby ensuring that the small particles in each spray channel are mixed with the ice cream mixture flowing down from the corresponding distribution pipe 201, improving the mixing effect. Optionally, the guide channel 311 is also arranged along the axial direction of the ultrasonic atomizer 30 to smoothly connect and transition with the guide hole 302, ensuring the smooth flow of the small particles, so that the spray direction is set at an angle to the flow direction of the ice cream liquid, ensuring that the small particles and the ice cream liquid are fully mixed.

[0050] Working process: In this embodiment, ice cream liquid is supplied through the first supply pipe 101, and the distributor 20 causes the ice cream liquid to flow down in an array and multiple streams. Simultaneously, small particles enter through the second supply pipe 102 and fall into the feed trough 301. They then flow through the guide channel 311 to the guide hole 302 at the spherical structure of the spray end. Under the combined action of the atomizer 31 and the ultrasonic oscillator 32, the small particles are broken up and atomized into fine droplets, which are sprayed onto the crescent-shaped streams of ice cream liquid. This causes the small particles to adhere to the surface of the ice cream liquid and melt into its interior. For example, small particles can be added proportionally according to the speed and continuity of the ice cream liquid to ensure thorough mixing between the small particles and the ice cream liquid, allowing the mixed liquid to flow into the lower tank.

[0051] The specific structure of the mixing process equipment in this embodiment will be described below.

[0052] like Figure 5 As shown, the mixing process equipment in this embodiment includes the aforementioned ultrasonic atomizing addition device, flow stabilizing device, first feeding pump 404, addition and dispersion tank 405, and feeding tank 412. Specifically, the ice cream base is transported to the ultrasonic atomizing addition device through the flow stabilizing device, and the small ingredients are transported to the ultrasonic atomizing addition device through the first feeding pump 404. After being crushed and atomized into small droplets, they are sprayed onto the ice cream base for mixing. The mixed base then sequentially enters the addition and dispersion tank 405 for dispersion and stirring, and the feeding tank 412 for stirring to achieve mixing. Finally, the mixed base is fed into the tank.

[0053] Specifically, in this embodiment, the flow stabilizing device includes a first flow stabilizing tank 401, a flow meter 402, and a second flow stabilizing tank 403. After the ice cream liquid passes through the first flow stabilizing tank 401, the flow meter 402 records the flow, and then the second flow stabilizing tank 403 delivers it to the first supply pipe 101 of the supply pipe 10 in the ultrasonic atomizing addition device. Meanwhile, the toppings are delivered to the second supply pipe 102 of the supply pipe 10 in the ultrasonic atomizing addition device via the first supply pump 404, thereby achieving synchronous supply of ice cream liquid and toppings.

[0054] Furthermore, under the action of the ultrasonic atomizer 30, the small ingredients are mixed with the ice cream liquid flowing down through the distributor 20, and the mixed liquid is transported to the additive dispersion tank 405. A cooling water inlet 406 is provided at the bottom of the additive dispersion tank 405, and a cooling water outlet 407 is provided at the top of the additive dispersion tank 405. An ultrasonic disperser 408 and a first stirrer 409 are installed inside the additive dispersion tank 405 to ensure thorough mixing between the ice cream liquid and the small ingredients. Furthermore, a pneumatic butterfly valve 411 is provided at the outlet of the additive dispersion tank 405, and the pneumatic butterfly valve 411 is connected to the inlet of the supply tank 412, so that the mixed liquid can be transported to the supply tank 412 for storage according to production needs. Optionally, this embodiment also includes a second supply pump 410 to circulate the mixed liquid in the additive dispersion tank 405, ensuring the cyclical mixing of the ice cream liquid and the small ingredients and improving mixing efficiency. Optionally, a second stirrer 413 is provided in the feed tank 412 for stirring, and a third feed pump 414 and a freezer 415 are provided at the outlet of the feed tank 412 to ensure the supply of the ice cream liquid after mixing with the toppings.

[0055] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. An ultrasonic atomizing additive device, characterized in that, include: The ice cream is provided with a feed pipe (10), a distributor (20) and an ultrasonic atomizer (30). The distributor (20) is located inside the feed pipe (10), and the ultrasonic atomizer (30) is inserted into the feed pipe (10). The distributor (20) is provided with multiple distribution pipes (201) for guiding and distributing the ice cream mixture. The ultrasonic atomizer (30) can break up small ingredients and atomize them into small droplets, which are sprayed onto the ice cream mixture flowing down along each of the distribution pipes (201) for mixing.

2. The ultrasonic atomizing addition device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding pipe (10) is provided with a first feeding pipe (101) and a second feeding pipe (102). The distributor (20) is disposed in the first feeding pipe (101). The ultrasonic atomizer (30) is connected to the second feeding pipe (102). The first feeding pipe (101) is used for feeding the ice cream liquid, and the second feeding pipe (102) is used for feeding the toppings.

3. The ultrasonic atomizing addition device according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both the first feeding pipe (101) and the second feeding pipe (102) are arranged in a vertical direction.

4. The ultrasonic atomizing addition device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ultrasonic atomizer (30) includes an atomizer (31) and an ultrasonic oscillator (32). The ultrasonic oscillator (32) is used to break up the small particles, which are then atomized by the atomizer (31) and sprayed onto the ice cream base.

5. The ultrasonic atomizing addition device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The atomizer (31) is provided with a feed trough (301) and a guide hole (302). After the small material enters the feed trough (301), it is sprayed into the feed pipe (10) through the guide hole (302) to mix with the ice cream liquid.

6. The ultrasonic atomizing addition device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom of the feed trough (301) is provided with multiple guide grooves (311) and multiple guide holes (302). The guide grooves (311) and the guide holes (302) are provided one-to-one to form multiple injection channels.

7. The ultrasonic atomizing addition device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ultrasonic atomizer (30) is obliquely inserted into the feed pipe (10). Along the axial direction of the feed pipe (10), the height of the distributor (20) is greater than the height of the spray end of the ultrasonic atomizer (30), and the height of the other end of the ultrasonic atomizer (30) is greater than the height of the spray end.

8. The ultrasonic atomizing addition device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The injection end is configured as a spherical structure.

9. The ultrasonic atomizing addition device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The diversion pipe (201) is arranged circumferentially along the diverter (20) and is located on the side of the diverter (20) away from the ultrasonic atomizer (30).

10. A mixing process equipment, characterized in that, Includes the ultrasonic atomizing addition device, the flow stabilizing device, the first feeding pump (404), the addition dispersion tank (405), and the feeding tank (412) as described in any one of claims 1-9. The ice cream liquid is transported to the ultrasonic atomizing addition device through the flow stabilizing device. The small ingredients are transported to the ultrasonic atomizing addition device through the first feeding pump (404) and sprayed onto the ice cream liquid after being crushed and atomized into small droplets for mixing. The mixed liquid is then sequentially dispersed and stirred in the addition dispersion tank (405) and stirred in the feeding tank (412).

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