Multi-ingredient mixing system

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of beverage manufacturing discloses a multi -material mixing processing system, including storage tank group, mixed pipeline, mixer group, mixed pipe group and mixed liquid storage tank, storage tank group includes a plurality of storage tanks, is respectively used for storing each raw material liquid, raw material liquid at least includes emulsion, glue liquid, sugar solution, functional raw material, and fruit juice, sauce and acidity adjusting liquid, each raw material liquid is independently transported to mixed pipeline in advance and mixes, and after again passing through mixer group mixing, transportation to mixed pipe group, stores at mixed liquid storage tank. The utility model stores a plurality of raw material liquids respectively through storage tank, utilizes multiple static mixings in mixed pipeline, and multiple mixing stirring in mixer group, makes between liquid mixing more uniform, and under the keeping of mixed pipe group, makes material liquid can mix more uniformly, reduces protein denaturation, reduces cost loss, realizes material liquid on -line cooling, to strictly control product quality.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beverage manufacturing technology, and in particular to a multi-raw material mixing and processing system. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, the development of acidic beverages in the beverage industry has undergone significant changes, with consumers showing a greater preference for drinks with unique and distinctive flavors. These beverages are typically known for their sour taste or acidity and include fruit juices, carbonated drinks, sugary drinks, energy drinks, and sports drinks. The growing consumer demand for new and refreshing flavors has further propelled the development of the acidic beverage market. However, consumers not only have individual preferences but also require beverages with diverse flavors and possibilities. Furthermore, the increasing focus on health and wellness in the market is leading consumers to prefer acidic beverages with nutritional value, natural ingredients, and practical benefits.

[0003] Currently, fruit juice blends incorporating various fruits or superfoods have achieved market success. Energy drinks and sports drinks, often containing acidic ingredients such as caffeine, electrolytes, and vitamins, also cater to consumers seeking energy boosts or improved athletic performance. Furthermore, the acidic beverage market is widespread globally due to regional differences in taste preferences and well-known brands. While traditional citrus flavors like orange and lemon are widely consumed, regional fruits and flavors also contribute to market diversity. However, changes in ingredient regulations, shifting customer preferences, sugar content, and competition from alternative beverages exacerbate production barriers.

[0004] To meet market demands, mixing systems are now widely used to mix liquids or solids to ensure that the ingredients of acidic beverages meet process requirements. However, how to perform efficient online mixing, ensure that proteins do not degrade during the mixing of high-acidity milk and milk, and reduce cost losses are problems that need to be solved by those in the field. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a multi-raw material mixing and processing system for efficient online mixing, ensuring that proteins remain unchanged during the mixing of high-acid and milk, and reducing cost losses.

[0006] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] Multi-raw material mixing and processing system, including:

[0008] The system comprises a storage tank assembly, a mixing pipeline, a mixer assembly, a mixing pipe assembly, and a mixed liquid storage tank. The storage tank assembly includes multiple storage tanks for storing various raw material liquids, including at least emulsions, gels, sugar solutions, functional ingredients, as well as fruit juices, sauces, and acidity adjusting liquids. Each raw material liquid is independently transported to the mixing pipeline for premixing, then mixed again by the mixer assembly, transported to the mixing pipe assembly, and finally stored in the mixed liquid storage tank.

[0009] Optionally, the multi-raw material mixing and processing system also includes a discharge valve group and a discharge pump group, which are configured one-to-one with the storage tank group to ensure that each raw material liquid can be transported independently.

[0010] Optionally, a flow meter group is also provided between the discharge valve group and the discharge pump group, with each of the three corresponding to the other to monitor the conveying flow rate.

[0011] Optionally, each discharge pump in the discharge pump unit is also equipped with a flow controller, a temperature monitoring device, and a pressure monitoring device to monitor the discharge flow rate, temperature, and pressure.

[0012] Optionally, the mixing pipe is provided with multiple Venturi mixers, the emulsion is directly delivered to the mixing pipe, and the other raw material liquids are respectively set with one Venturi mixer and enter the mixing pipe through the corresponding Venturi mixer to mix with the emulsion.

[0013] Optionally, one end of the mixing pipe is provided with an inlet valve for conveying production water into the mixing pipe.

[0014] Optionally, the mixer group is provided with at least three mixers located outside the mixing pipe, and the premixed liquid in the mixing pipe is sequentially mixed again by the three mixers before entering the mixing pipe group.

[0015] Optionally, a cooling plate heat exchanger is provided between the mixing pipe assembly and the mixed liquid storage tank to cool the mixed liquid.

[0016] Optionally, a temperature detection device and a pressure detection device are also provided between the cooling plate heat exchanger and the mixed liquid storage tank to monitor the temperature and pressure of the cooled liquid.

[0017] Optionally, a temperature sensor and a pressure sensor are provided between the mixing pipe and the mixer assembly to monitor the temperature and pressure of the premixed liquid in the mixing pipe.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0019] This invention utilizes multiple storage tanks in a storage tank assembly to store multiple raw material liquids separately, avoiding cross-contamination. Each raw material liquid is independently transported to a mixing pipeline for pre-mixing, improving transport efficiency and ensuring that all raw material liquids are transported synchronously to the mixing pipeline for mixing. Furthermore, through multiple static mixing processes within the mixing pipeline and multiple mixing and stirring processes within the mixer assembly, the liquids are mixed more uniformly. With the mixing pipeline assembly in place, the liquids are mixed more evenly, reducing protein denaturation and thus lowering costs. Online cooling of the liquids is also achieved to strictly control product quality. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the multi-raw material mixing and processing system described in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0021] In the picture:

[0022] 11-Emulsion storage tank; 12-Glue storage tank; 13-Sugar solution storage tank; 14-Functional raw material storage tank; 15-Fruit juice / sauce storage tank; 16-Acidity adjusting solution storage tank; 20-Discharge valve assembly; 30-Flow meter assembly; 40-Discharge pump assembly; 41-Flow controller; 42-Temperature monitoring device; 43-Pressure monitoring device; 50-Mixing pipeline; 51-Water inlet valve; 52-First mixer; 53-Second mixer; 54-Third mixer; 55-Fourth mixer; 56-Fifth mixer; 57-First temperature detection device; 58-First pressure detection device; 61-Sixth mixer; 62-Seventh mixer; 63-Eighth mixer; 70-Mixing pipe assembly; 80-Cooling plate heat exchanger; 81-Second temperature detection device; 82-Second pressure detection device; 90-Processing pump; 100-Mixed solution storage tank. Detailed Implementation

[0023] 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.

[0024] 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.

[0025] 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.

[0026] The technical solution of this embodiment will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0027] like Figure 1 As shown, this embodiment provides a multi-raw material mixing and processing system, including a storage tank group, a mixing pipeline 50, a mixer group, a mixing pipe group 70, and a mixed liquid storage tank 100. The storage tank group includes multiple storage tanks, which are used to store various raw material liquids. The raw material liquids include at least emulsions, gels, sugar solutions, functional ingredients, as well as fruit juices, sauces, and acidity adjusting liquids. Each raw material liquid is independently transported to the mixing pipeline 50 for premixing, and then mixed again by the mixer group and transported to the mixing pipe group 70 before being stored in the mixed liquid storage tank 100.

[0028] Specifically, this embodiment utilizes multiple storage tanks in a storage tank group to store multiple raw material liquids separately, avoiding cross-contamination. Each raw material liquid is independently transported to the mixing pipeline 50 for pre-mixing, improving transport efficiency and ensuring that all raw material liquids are synchronously transported to the mixing pipeline 50 for mixing. Furthermore, through multiple static mixing processes within the mixing pipeline 50 and multiple mixing and stirring processes within the mixer group, the liquids are mixed more uniformly. Furthermore, with the mixing pipeline group 70 maintaining the mixture, the liquids can be mixed more evenly, reducing protein denaturation and thus lowering cost losses. Online cooling of the liquids is also achieved to strictly control product quality.

[0029] The specific structure of the multi-raw material mixing and processing system in this embodiment is described below.

[0030] like Figure 1As shown, the multi-raw material mixing and processing system in this embodiment includes a storage tank group, a discharge valve group 20, a flow meter group 30, a discharge pump group 40, a mixing pipeline 50, a mixer group, a mixing pipe group 70, a cooling plate heat exchanger 80, a processing pump 90, and a mixed liquid storage tank 100. This allows for the classification and storage of multiple raw material liquids, enabling them to be individually transported to the mixing pipeline 50. After being premixed with production water, the mixture is further mixed by the mixer group, transported through the mixing pipe group 70, cooled by the cooling plate heat exchanger 80, and then transported to the mixed liquid storage tank 100 by the processing pump 90.

[0031] Specifically, in this embodiment, the storage tank group includes an emulsion storage tank 11, an adhesive storage tank 12, a sugar solution storage tank 13, a functional ingredient storage tank 14, a fruit juice / sauce storage tank 15, and an acidity regulating liquid storage tank 16, respectively used to store the emulsion, adhesive, sugar solution, functional ingredients, and the fruit juice, sauce, and acidity regulating liquid, allowing for independent storage and avoiding cross-contamination. Correspondingly, the discharge valve group 20 and the discharge pump group 40 are configured one-to-one with the storage tank group to ensure independent delivery of each raw material liquid. A flow meter group 30 is also installed between the discharge valve group 20 and the discharge pump group 40. These three are configured one-to-one to monitor the delivery flow rate of each raw material liquid, ensuring one-to-one delivery and separate control of each raw material liquid to guarantee product quality.

[0032] Specifically, each discharge pump in the discharge pump group 40 is also equipped with a flow controller 41, a temperature monitoring device 42, and a pressure monitoring device 43 to monitor the discharge flow rate, temperature, and pressure of each raw material liquid. For example, the two ends of the flow controller 41 are respectively connected to its corresponding flow meter and discharge pump, and the temperature monitoring device 42 and pressure monitoring device 43 are located between their respective discharge pumps and the mixing pipeline 50 to achieve precise monitoring of each pipeline and ensure the process requirements of each raw material liquid are met.

[0033] Optionally, the mixing pipe 50 is equipped with multiple Venturi mixers, and the emulsion is directly delivered into the mixing pipe 50. Each of the other raw material liquids is correspondingly positioned with a Venturi mixer and enters the mixing pipe 50 through its respective Venturi mixer to mix with the emulsion. Furthermore, a water inlet valve 51 is provided at one end of the mixing pipe 50 to deliver production water into the mixing pipe 50, ensuring a good premixing effect.

[0034] Specifically, in this embodiment, the multiple Venturi mixers include a first mixer 52 corresponding to the glue delivery pipeline; a second mixer 53 corresponding to the sugar delivery pipeline; a third mixer 54 corresponding to the functional raw material delivery pipeline; a fourth mixer 55 corresponding to the fruit juice and sauce delivery pipeline; and a fifth mixer 56 corresponding to the acidity adjustment liquid delivery pipeline. Thus, the mixers with Venturi structures in the mixing pipeline 50 can effectively ensure that each raw material liquid and the production water are premixed.

[0035] Optionally, the mixer group includes at least three mixers located outside the mixing pipe 50. The premixed liquid in the mixing pipe 50 is sequentially mixed again by the three mixers before entering the mixing pipe group 70. Specifically, the mixer group includes a sixth mixer 61, a seventh mixer 62, and an eighth mixer 63. A first temperature detection element 57 and a first pressure detection element 58 are provided between the mixing pipe 50 and the sixth mixer 61 of the mixer group to monitor the temperature and pressure of the premixed liquid in the mixing pipe 50. Under the mixing action of the three mixers, it can be ensured that the premixed liquid in the mixing pipe 50 can be further and fully mixed, ensuring that the product meets the quality and process requirements.

[0036] Furthermore, the end of the eighth mixer 63 facing away from the seventh mixer 62 is connected to the inlet of the mixing tube assembly 70, and a cooling plate heat exchanger 80 and a processing pump 90 are provided between the outlet of the mixing tube assembly 70 and the mixed liquid storage tank 100 to cool the mixed liquid and to complete the transportation of the mixed liquid under the action of the processing pump 90. Exemplarily, the mixing tube assembly 70 includes multiple mixing tubes, which are arranged in parallel and spaced apart, and transport the mixed liquid in a U-shaped structure to reduce protein denaturation. Exemplarily, the total length of the mixing tube assembly 70 is 150m-180m.

[0037] Specifically, a second temperature detection element 81 and a second pressure detection element 82 are also provided between the cooling plate heat exchanger 80 and the processing pump 90 to monitor the temperature and pressure of the cooled liquid, ensuring that the mixed liquid after passing through the mixing pipe assembly 70 can be transported to the mixed liquid storage tank 100 by the processing pump 90 at the required temperature and pressure.

[0038] Working principle: The emulsion is stored in the emulsion storage tank 11 and is sequentially conveyed to the mixing pipeline 50 through the corresponding discharge valve, flow meter, and discharge pump. A flow controller 41, a temperature monitoring device 42, and a pressure monitoring device 43 are respectively installed before and after the discharge pump to monitor the emulsion's flow rate, temperature, and conveying pressure for easy adjustment. The adhesive is stored in the adhesive storage tank 12 and is sequentially conveyed to the first mixer 52 of the mixing pipeline 50 through the corresponding discharge valve, flow meter, and discharge pump. A flow controller 41, a temperature monitoring device 42, and a pressure monitoring device 43 are respectively installed before and after the discharge pump. A flow controller 41, a temperature monitoring device 42, and a pressure monitoring device 43 are used to monitor the flow rate, temperature, and conveying pressure of the adhesive solution for easy adjustment. The sugar solution is stored in a sugar solution storage tank 13 and sequentially conveyed to the second mixer 53 of the mixing pipeline 50 via a corresponding discharge valve, flow meter, and discharge pump. A flow controller 41, a temperature monitoring device 42, and a pressure monitoring device 43 are installed before and after the discharge pump to monitor the flow rate, temperature, and conveying pressure of the sugar solution for easy adjustment. Functional raw materials are stored in a functional raw material storage tank. The raw materials are stored in storage tank 14 and sequentially conveyed to the third mixer 54 of mixing pipeline 50 through corresponding discharge valves, flow meters, and discharge pumps. A flow controller 41, a temperature monitoring device 42, and a pressure monitoring device 43 are installed before and after the discharge pump to monitor the flow rate, temperature, and conveying pressure of the functional raw materials for easy adjustment. Juice and sauce are stored in juice and sauce storage tank 15 and sequentially conveyed to the fourth mixer 55 of mixing pipeline 50 through corresponding discharge valves, flow meters, and discharge pumps. A flow controller 41, a temperature monitoring device 42, and a pressure monitoring device 43 are installed before and after the discharge pump. A flow controller 41, a temperature monitoring device 42, and a pressure monitoring device 43 are installed to monitor the flow rate, temperature, and delivery pressure of the juice and sauce for easy adjustment. The acidity regulating liquid is stored in the acidity regulating liquid storage tank 16 and is sequentially delivered to the fifth mixer 56 of the mixing pipeline 50 through the corresponding discharge valve, flow meter, and discharge pump. A flow controller 41, a temperature monitoring device 42, and a pressure monitoring device 43 are installed before and after the discharge pump to monitor the flow rate, temperature, and delivery pressure of the acidity regulating liquid for easy adjustment.

[0039] Simultaneously, production water is transported to the mixing pipeline 50 through the water inlet valve 51, so that the production water, emulsion, glue, sugar solution, functional raw materials, as well as fruit juice, sauce and acidity adjustment liquid are premixed in the mixing pipeline 50. Then, the premixed liquid is thoroughly mixed by passing through the sixth mixer 61, the seventh mixer 62 and the eighth mixer 63 in sequence, and then cooled by passing through the mixing pipe group 70 and the cooling plate heat exchanger 80 in sequence. Finally, it is transported by the processing pump 90 to the mixed liquid storage tank 100 for storage for production needs.

[0040] For example, in the emulsion delivery pipeline, the opening of the discharge pump is adjusted to 30%-50% by the flow controller 41 and the flow meter to ensure the precise addition of raw milk and production water. At the same time, the discharge temperature of the raw milk is monitored online to be 1℃-7℃ and the discharge pressure is controlled at 3bar-4bar. The discharge temperature of the production water is controlled at 20℃-30℃ and the discharge pressure is controlled at 3bar-4bar. Then, the two enter the mixing pipeline 50 to be mixed with other raw material liquids.

[0041] Accordingly, the opening of the discharge pump is adjusted to 10%-30% in the adhesive delivery pipeline by the flow controller 41 and the flow meter to ensure accurate addition of adhesive. At the same time, the discharge temperature of the adhesive is monitored online to be 40℃-50℃ and the discharge pressure is controlled at 4bar-5bar. Then, it enters the mixing pipeline 50 to mix with other raw material liquids. The inlet of the first mixer 52 containing the Venturi structure is set to 8cm, the intermediate stage to 3cm, and the outlet to 8cm to achieve online high-pressure and high-speed mixing.

[0042] Accordingly, the opening of the discharge pump is adjusted to 10%-20% in the sugar solution delivery pipeline by the flow controller 41 and the flow meter to ensure accurate addition of sugar solution. At the same time, the discharge temperature of the sugar solution is monitored online to be 20℃-30℃ and the discharge pressure is controlled at 3bar-4bar. Then, it enters the mixing pipeline 50 to mix with other raw material liquids. The inlet of the second mixer 53 containing the Venturi structure is set to 8cm, the intermediate stage to 3cm, and the outlet to 8cm to achieve online high-pressure and high-speed mixing.

[0043] Accordingly, the opening of the discharge pump is adjusted to 5%-10% in the functional raw material conveying pipeline by the flow controller 41 and the flow meter to ensure the accurate addition of functional raw materials. At the same time, the discharge temperature of functional raw materials is monitored online to be 10℃-15℃ and the discharge pressure is controlled at 2bar-3bar. Then, it enters the mixing pipeline 50 to mix with other raw material liquids. The inlet of the third mixer 54 containing the Venturi structure is set to 8cm, the intermediate stage to 3cm, and the outlet to 8cm to achieve online high-pressure and high-speed mixing.

[0044] Accordingly, the opening of the discharge pump is adjusted to 5%-15% in the juice and sauce conveying pipeline by the flow controller 41 and the flow meter to ensure the precise addition of juice and sauce. At the same time, the discharge temperature of juice and sauce is monitored online to be 30℃-40℃ and the discharge pressure is controlled at 3bar-4bar. Then, it enters the mixing pipeline 50 to mix with other raw material liquids. The inlet of the fourth mixer 55 containing the Venturi structure is set to 8cm, the intermediate stage to 3cm, and the outlet to 8cm to achieve online high-pressure and high-speed mixing.

[0045] Accordingly, in the acidity conditioning liquid delivery pipeline, the opening of the discharge pump is adjusted to 40%-45% by the flow controller 41 and the flow meter to ensure the accurate addition of the acidity conditioning liquid. At the same time, the discharge temperature of the acidity conditioning liquid is monitored online to be 20℃-30℃ and the discharge pressure is controlled at 3bar-4bar. Then, it enters the mixing pipeline 50 to mix with other raw material liquids. The inlet of the fifth mixer 56 containing the Venturi structure is set to 8cm, the intermediate stage to 3cm, and the outlet to 8cm to achieve online high-pressure and high-speed mixing.

[0046] Furthermore, after the mixed liquid is monitored at a temperature of 30℃-40℃ and a mixing pressure of 3bar-4bar, it enters the mixer group to complete multiple online mixing and stirring processes, and then enters the mixing tube group 70 for maintenance. The total length of the mixing tube group 70 is 150m-180m. After the outlet liquid enters the cooling plate heat exchanger 80, the outlet temperature is monitored at 1℃-10℃ and the pressure is 1bar-2bar, and then it enters the delivery pump 90 and is stored in the mixed liquid storage tank 100.

[0047] Therefore, this embodiment achieves more uniform mixing of liquids through multiple static mixing in the mixing pipe 50 and multiple mixing and stirring in the mixer assembly. Furthermore, with the mixing pipe assembly 70 in place, the liquid can be mixed more evenly to reduce protein denaturation, thereby reducing cost losses and enabling online cooling of the liquid to strictly control product quality.

[0048] 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. A multi-raw material mixing and processing system, characterized in that, include: The system includes a storage tank group, a mixing pipeline (50), a mixer group, a mixing tube group (70), and a mixed liquid storage tank (100). The storage tank group includes multiple storage tanks for storing various raw material liquids. The raw material liquids include at least emulsions, gels, sugar solutions, functional ingredients, as well as fruit juices, sauces, and acidity regulating solutions. Each raw material liquid is independently transported to the mixing pipeline (50) for premixing, and then mixed again by the mixer group and transported to the mixing tube group (70) before being stored in the mixed liquid storage tank (100).

2. The multi-raw material mixing and processing system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The multi-raw material mixing and processing system also includes a discharge valve group (20) and a discharge pump group (40). The discharge valve group (20), the discharge pump group (40) and the storage tank group are set one-to-one to ensure that each raw material liquid can be transported independently.

3. The multi-raw material mixing and processing system according to claim 2, characterized in that, A flow meter group (30) is also provided between the discharge valve group (20) and the discharge pump group (40), and the three are set in a one-to-one correspondence to monitor the conveying flow rate.

4. The multi-raw material mixing and processing system according to claim 2, characterized in that, Each discharge pump of the discharge pump group (40) is also equipped with a flow controller (41), a temperature monitoring device (42) and a pressure monitoring device (43) to monitor the discharge flow rate, temperature and pressure.

5. The multi-raw material mixing and processing system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mixing pipe (50) is equipped with multiple Venturi mixers. The emulsion is directly transported into the mixing pipe (50). The other raw material liquids are arranged one-to-one with the Venturi mixers and enter the mixing pipe (50) through the corresponding Venturi mixers to mix with the emulsion.

6. The multi-raw material mixing and processing system according to claim 5, characterized in that, One end of the mixing pipe (50) is provided with a water inlet valve (51) for conveying production water to the mixing pipe (50).

7. The multi-raw material mixing and processing system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mixer group is provided with at least three mixers located outside the mixing pipe (50). The premixed liquid in the mixing pipe (50) is mixed again by the three mixers in sequence and then enters the mixing pipe group (70).

8. The multi-raw material mixing and processing system according to claim 7, characterized in that, A cooling plate heat exchanger (80) is provided between the mixing pipe assembly (70) and the mixed liquid storage tank (100) to cool the mixed liquid.

9. The multi-raw material mixing and processing system according to claim 8, characterized in that, Temperature and pressure sensors are also provided between the cooling plate heat exchanger (80) and the mixed liquid storage tank (100) to monitor the temperature and pressure of the cooled liquid.

10. The multi-raw material mixing and processing system according to claim 1, characterized in that, Temperature and pressure sensors are provided between the mixing pipe (50) and the mixer assembly to monitor the temperature and pressure of the premixed liquid in the mixing pipe (50).

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