A frozen vegetable processing apparatus

Abstract

The utility model discloses a frozen vegetable processing device, including the water soaking tank, the water soaking tank is fixed with the conveying mesh belt and the washing mesh belt in, one side of water soaking tank is equipped with the water tank, its characterized in that: the upper portion of water soaking tank is equipped with the lower pressure mechanism of resettable, the lower pressure mechanism of resettable includes the pressing plate, the cam and the reset mechanism, the upper surface of water soaking tank is fixedly installed with the mounting bracket, is equipped with the first rotary lever in the mounting bracket, and the cam fixedly installs at the circumferential side of first rotary lever, the cross section shape of pressing plate is the compound parabolic line type upper flat concave, and the bottom of pressing plate is equipped with a plurality of washing cavities, and the both sides of washing cavity all are equipped with the washing mouth, and the cam downward rotation, and the pressing plate is pressed, and the pressing plate will be washed in the washing cavity and make it completely enter the water and wash. The utility model discloses can press down the vegetable, so that the vegetable is completely immersed in the water, avoids the vegetable and cannot completely wash and influences the processing quality of vegetable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of vegetable processing technology, and in particular relates to a frozen vegetable processing device. Background Technology

[0002] To extend the shelf life of vegetables, some off-season vegetables may be frozen. Before freezing, they need to be washed to remove impurities from their surface. This requires a vegetable washing machine, which uses a water jet device to spray water and transport the vegetables to a soaking tank. The soaking tank is equipped with a conveyor belt made of metal mesh, which allows water to pass through the mesh to wash the vegetables, thereby removing dirt and pesticide residues from their surface.

[0003] However, for some lighter vegetables, such as spinach, broccoli and water spinach, they tend to float on the surface of the water after entering the soaking tank and cannot be fully submerged. This results in some parts of the vegetables not being thoroughly cleaned, thus affecting the cleaning quality of the equipment. To solve the above problem, a frozen vegetable processing device is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a frozen vegetable processing device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: This utility model relates to a frozen vegetable processing device, comprising an immersion tank, a conveyor belt and a rinsing belt fixedly installed inside the immersion tank, and a water tank on one side of the immersion tank. The device is characterized by: a resettable pressing mechanism located above the immersion tank; the resettable pressing mechanism comprising a pressure plate, a cam, and a reset mechanism; a mounting frame fixedly installed on the upper surface of the immersion tank, a first rotating rod inside the mounting frame, and a cam fixedly installed on the circumferential side of the first rotating rod; the pressure plate having a composite parabolic cross-sectional shape, flat at the top and concave at the bottom; several rinsing chambers at the bottom of the pressure plate, with rinsing openings on both sides of each rinsing chamber; the cam rotating downwards presses down on the pressure plate, causing the pressure plate to press the vegetables into the rinsing chambers, ensuring they are fully immersed in water for rinsing.

[0006] Preferably, both sides of the pressure plate are provided with rinsing sections. Each rinsing section includes a second rotating rod. Several stirring paddles are fixedly connected to the circumferential side of the second rotating rod. The number of stirring paddles is the same as the number of rinsing chambers. The stirring paddles are positioned directly opposite the rinsing inlets. A mesh plate is provided between the stirring paddles and the rinsing chambers. When the pressure plate is pressed down, it drives the stirring paddles to rotate through the second rotating rod, stirring the water. The flowing water enters the rinsing chambers through the rinsing inlets, pushing the vegetables to turn over in the water, exposing the parts that were originally attached or overlapping, so that all surfaces are rinsed by the water flow.

[0007] Preferably, a mounting frame is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the immersion tank, a first rotating rod is rotatably provided inside the mounting frame, a cam is fixedly installed on the circumferential side of the first rotating rod, a driven wheel is fixedly connected to one end of the first rotating rod, a connecting shaft is fixedly connected to the drive mechanism of the conveyor belt, a driving wheel is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting shaft, and a transmission belt is connected between the driving wheel and the driven wheel.

[0008] Preferably, the reset mechanism includes a sleeve, a movable rod, and a spring. The spring and the movable rod are both disposed inside the sleeve and are fixedly connected to the spring. One end of the movable rod is fixedly connected to the pressure plate. Mounting plates are fixedly connected to both sides of the immersion tank. The sleeve is fixedly mounted on the upper surface of the mounting plate. The spring and the movable rod are used for resetting the pressure plate. The movable rod is slidably engaged with the sleeve.

[0009] Preferably, the driving force of the stirring paddle and the driving force of the cam share the same power.

[0010] Preferably, toothed plates are fixedly connected to both sides of the inner wall of the immersion tank, and connecting frames are fixedly connected to both sides of the pressure plate. The second rotating rod is rotatably connected to the connecting frame, and a gear is fixedly connected to the circumferential side of the second rotating rod. During the descent of the pressure plate, the gear contacts the toothed plates, and the gear drives the stirring paddle to rotate through the second rotating rod.

[0011] Preferably, the position of the gear corresponds to the position of the gear plate, and the gear meshes with the gear plate.

[0012] This utility model has the following beneficial effects: This invention presses vegetables down, ensuring they are fully submerged in water, thus preventing vegetables from being incompletely cleaned and affecting processing quality. Specifically, it uses a pressure plate, a cam, and a spring. When the conveyor belt transports the vegetables, the transmission wheel drives the first rotating rod to rotate, causing the cam's protruding end to press down the pressure plate, completely submerging the vegetables in water and preventing them from being incompletely cleaned. The spring then causes the pressure plate to rise, preventing the pressure plate from continuously pressing down and damaging the vegetables.

[0013] This invention can agitate the water flow, thereby impacting the vegetables and exposing previously overlapping or matted parts (such as the back of leaves and stem folds). All surfaces are washed by the water flow, avoiding incomplete cleaning caused by vegetable accumulation and ensuring a more thorough cleaning. Specifically, it is achieved by setting up gears, toothed plates, and a stirring paddle. When the pressure plate is pressed down, the gears contact the toothed plates, causing the gears to rotate. This, in turn, drives the stirring paddle to rotate via a second rotating rod, agitating the water flow and causing it to impact the vegetables, thus allowing them to be turned over and cleaned more thoroughly.

[0014] Of course, any product implementing this utility model does not necessarily need to achieve all of the advantages described above at the same time. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the left side of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the pressing mechanism of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the reset mechanism of this utility model; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the water stirring mechanism of this utility model; Figure 6 for Figure 3 A magnified schematic diagram of the local structure at point A; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom side structure of the pressure plate of this utility model.

[0017] The components represented by each number in the attached diagram are listed below: 1. Immersion tank; 2. Conveyor belt; 3. Washing belt; 4. Water tank; 5. Mounting frame; 6. First rotating rod; 7. Cam; 8. Mounting plate; 9. Sleeve; 10. Movable rod; 11. Pressure plate; 12. Connecting shaft; 13. Drive wheel; 14. Driven wheel; 15. Transmission belt; 16. Second rotating rod; 17. Spring; 18. Connecting frame; 19. Gear; 20. Agitator; 21. Toothed plate; 22. Washing chamber; 23. Washing port. Detailed Implementation

[0018] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0019] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "middle", "outer", "inner", etc., which indicate orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the components or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0020] Please see Figures 1-7 As shown, this utility model is a frozen vegetable processing device, including a soaking tank 1. A conveyor belt 2 and a rinsing belt 3 are fixedly installed in the soaking tank 1. Both the conveyor belt 2 and the rinsing belt 3 are metal mesh conveyor belts. The rinsing belt 3 is driven to rotate by a waterproof motor to realize the transmission function. A water jet mechanism (not shown in the figure, which is prior art and will not be described in detail in the text) is provided above the rinsing belt 3. Vegetables are placed on the rinsing belt 3, and the water jet mechanism sprays and rinses the vegetables to clean them. Then, the vegetables are conveyed to the conveyor belt 2 through the rinsing belt 3. A water tank 4 is provided on one side of the soaking tank 1. A water pump is provided in the water tank 4 to transport water into the soaking tank 1. A resettable pressing mechanism is provided above the immersion tank 1. The resettable pressing mechanism includes a pressure plate 11, a cam 7, and a reset mechanism. The reset mechanism includes a sleeve 9, a movable rod 10, and a spring 17. The spring 17 and the movable rod 10 are both located inside the sleeve 9 and are fixedly connected to the spring 17. The spring 17 is used to reset the pressure plate 11, preventing continuous pressing that could damage the vegetables. A limiting groove is provided on the inner wall of the sleeve 9, within which a sliding connection... A limiting block is connected, and the length of the limiting groove is three-quarters of the length of the inner cavity of the sleeve 9. The limiting block is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the movable rod 10. The limiting block and the limiting groove limit the movable rod 10 to prevent it from falling off. One end of the movable rod 10 is fixedly connected to the pressure plate 11. Mounting plates 8 are fixedly connected to both sides of the immersion tank 1. The sleeve 9 is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the mounting plate 8. The spring 17 and the movable rod 10 are used to reset the pressure plate 11. The movable rod 10 and the sleeve 9 are in sliding fit. A mounting bracket 5 is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the immersion tank 1. A first rotating rod 6 is rotatably mounted inside the mounting bracket 5. A cam 7 is fixedly mounted on the circumferential side of the first rotating rod 6. A driven wheel 14 is fixedly connected to one end of the first rotating rod 6. The conveyor belt 2 is driven by a sprocket and a chain. A connecting shaft 12 is fixedly connected to the sprocket. A motor bracket is fixedly mounted on one side of the conveyor belt 2. A waterproof motor is fixedly mounted on the motor bracket by bolts. The output end of the waterproof motor is fixedly connected to the sprocket by bolts. The waterproof motor drives the sprocket to rotate. A drive wheel 13 is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting shaft 12. A transmission belt 15 is connected between the drive wheel 13 and the driven wheel 14. A motor bracket is fixedly mounted on one side of the conveyor belt 2. A waterproof motor is fixedly mounted on the motor bracket by bolts. The output end of the waterproof motor is fixedly connected to the sprocket by bolts. The waterproof motor drives the sprocket to rotate, which in turn drives the drive wheel 13 to rotate through the connecting shaft 12. An installation frame 5 is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the immersion tank 1. A first rotating rod 6 is provided inside the installation frame 5. A cam 7 is fixedly installed on the circumferential side of the first rotating rod 6. The cross-sectional shape of the pressure plate 11 is a compound parabola with a flat top and a concave bottom. Several rinsing chambers 22 are provided at the bottom of the pressure plate 11. Rinsing ports 23 are opened on both sides of the rinsing chambers 22. The cam 7 rotates downward and presses down on the pressure plate 11. The pressure plate 11 presses the vegetables into the rinsing chamber so that they are completely immersed in the water for rinsing.

[0021] Both sides of the pressure plate 11 are provided with rinsing sections. Each rinsing section includes a second rotating rod 16. Several stirring paddles 20 are fixedly connected to the periphery of the second rotating rod 16. The driving force of the stirring paddles 20 and the driving force of the cam 7 share the same power. The number of stirring paddles 20 is the same as the number of rinsing chambers. The stirring paddles 20 are positioned directly opposite the rinsing port 23. A mesh plate is provided between the stirring paddles 20 and the rinsing chambers. The mesh plate blocks the stirring paddles 20 from the rinsing chambers, preventing vegetables from entering the stirring paddle area and causing damage to the vegetables. The mesh plate has multiple mesh holes, allowing the water flow stirred by the stirring paddles 20 to enter the rinsing chamber through the rinsing port 23 to rinse the vegetables. Toothed plates 21 are fixedly connected to both sides of the inner wall of the immersion tank 1, and connecting frames 18 are fixedly connected to both sides of the pressure plate 11. The second rotating rod 16 is rotatably connected to the connecting frame 18. A gear 19 is fixedly connected to the circumferential side of the second rotating rod 16. The position of the gear 19 corresponds to the position of the toothed plate 21, and the gear 19 meshes with the toothed plate 21. During the descent of the pressure plate 11, the gear 19 contacts the toothed plate 21. The gear 19 drives the stirring paddle 20 to rotate through the second rotating rod 16. When the pressure plate 11 presses down, it drives the stirring paddle 20 to rotate through the second rotating rod 16, stirring the water. The flowing water enters the rinsing chamber through the rinsing port 23, pushing the vegetables to turn over in the water, exposing the parts that were originally attached or overlapping, and all surfaces are washed by the water flow.

[0022] Working principle: A water pump is installed inside the water tank 4. Two water pipes are fixedly connected to the output end of the pump, with one end of each pipe extending to the immersion tank. A suction pipe is connected to the pump's suction end. The pump delivers water from the water tank 4 to the immersion tank, filling it with water for soaking the vegetables. The vegetables are then placed on the rinsing mesh belt 3, where a water jet mechanism sprays water to rinse the surface. The vegetables are then conveyed to the conveyor mesh belt 2 via the rinsing mesh belt 3. During operation, the sprocket rotates, driving the drive wheel 13 via the connecting shaft. The drive wheel 13 drives the driven wheel 14 via the transmission belt 15. The driven wheel 14 further drives the cam 7 via the first rotating rod 6. The protruding end of the cam 7 rotates downwards, pressing down the pressure plate 11, causing the vegetables to enter the rinsing chamber at the bottom of the pressure plate 11. The pressure plate 11 presses down the vegetables floating on the water surface, thus... The vegetables are fully submerged in water to prevent incomplete cleaning. The pressure plate 11 drives the movable rod 10 to press down, which compresses the spring 17. The cam 7 continues to rotate. When the cam 7 stops pressing down on the pressure plate 11, the spring 17 returns to its original position, lifting the pressure plate 11 upward to prevent the pressure plate 11 from causing significant damage to the vegetables due to continuous downward pressure. At the same time, the gear 19 moves downward with the pressure plate 11 and meshes with the toothed plate 21, causing the gear 19 to rotate. This, in turn, drives the stirring paddle 20 to rotate via the second rotating rod 16, agitating the water flow. The flowing water enters the rinsing chamber through the rinsing port 23, pushing the vegetables to tumble in the water and exposing the originally attached or overlapping parts (such as the back of the leaves and the folds of the stems). All surfaces are rinsed by the water flow, preventing incomplete cleaning caused by vegetable accumulation and ensuring a more thorough cleaning.

[0023] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," "specific example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0024] The preferred embodiments of this utility model disclosed above are merely illustrative of the present utility model. These preferred embodiments do not exhaustively describe all details, nor do they limit the utility model to the specific implementations described. Clearly, many modifications and variations can be made based on the content of this specification. This specification selects and specifically describes these embodiments to better explain the principles and practical applications of this utility model, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and utilize it. This utility model is limited only by the claims and their full scope and equivalents.

Claims

1. A frozen vegetable processing apparatus, comprising an immersion tank (1), wherein a conveyor belt (2) and a rinsing belt (3) are fixedly installed inside the immersion tank (1), and a water tank (4) is provided on one side of the immersion tank (1), characterized in that: A resettable pressing mechanism is provided above the immersion tank (1); The resettable pressing mechanism includes a pressure plate (11), a cam (7), and a reset mechanism; The upper surface of the soaking tank (1) is fixedly equipped with a mounting bracket (5), and a first rotating rod (6) is provided inside the mounting bracket (5). The cam (7) is fixedly installed on the circumferential side of the first rotating rod (6). The cross-sectional shape of the pressure plate (11) is a compound parabola, that is, flat on top and concave on the bottom. The bottom of the pressure plate (11) is provided with several rinsing chambers (22). Rinsing ports (23) are opened on both sides of the rinsing chambers. The cam (7) rotates downward and presses down on the pressure plate (11). The pressure plate (11) presses the vegetables into the rinsing chamber so that they are completely immersed in the water for rinsing.

2. The frozen vegetable processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pressure plate (11) is provided with rinsing sections on both sides. Each rinsing section includes a second rotating rod (16). Several stirring paddles (20) are fixedly connected to the circumferential side of the second rotating rod (16). The number of stirring paddles (20) is the same as the number of rinsing chambers. The stirring paddles (20) are positioned directly opposite the rinsing port (23). A mesh plate is provided between the stirring paddles (20) and the rinsing chamber. When the pressure plate (11) is pressed down, it will drive the stirring paddles (20) to rotate through the second rotating rod (16), stirring the water. The flowing water will enter the rinsing chamber through the rinsing port (23), pushing the vegetables to turn over in the water, exposing the parts that were originally attached or overlapping, and all surfaces will be washed by the water flow.

3. The frozen vegetable processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: A mounting bracket (5) is fixedly connected to the upper surface of the immersion tank (1). A first rotating rod (6) is rotatably provided inside the mounting bracket (5). A cam (7) is fixedly installed on the circumferential side of the first rotating rod (6). A driven wheel (14) is fixedly connected to one end of the first rotating rod (6). A connecting shaft (12) is fixedly connected to the drive mechanism of the conveyor belt (2). A driving wheel (13) is fixedly connected to one end of the connecting shaft (12). A transmission belt (15) is connected between the driving wheel (13) and the driven wheel (14).

4. The frozen vegetable processing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reset mechanism includes a sleeve (9), a movable rod (10), and a spring (17). The spring (17) and the movable rod (10) are both disposed inside the sleeve (9). The sleeve (9) and the movable rod (10) are both fixedly connected to the spring (17). One end of the movable rod (10) is fixedly connected to the pressure plate (11). Mounting plates (8) are fixedly connected to both sides of the immersion tank (1). The sleeve (9) is fixedly mounted on the upper surface of the mounting plate (8). The spring (17) and the movable rod (10) are used for the reset of the pressure plate (11). The movable rod (10) and the sleeve (9) are in sliding cooperation.

5. A frozen vegetable processing apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that: The agitator (20) and the cam (7) share the same power source.

6. A frozen vegetable processing apparatus according to claim 5, characterized in that: The two sides of the inner wall of the immersion tank (1) are fixedly connected with toothed plates (21), and the two sides of the pressure plate (11) are fixedly connected with connecting frames (18). The second rotating rod (16) is rotatably connected to the connecting frame (18). The circumferential side of the second rotating rod (16) is fixedly connected with a gear (19). During the descent of the pressure plate (11), the gear (19) contacts the toothed plate (21), and the gear (19) drives the stirring paddle (20) to rotate through the second rotating rod (16).

7. A frozen vegetable processing apparatus according to claim 6, characterized in that: The position of the gear (19) corresponds to the position of the toothed plate (21), and the gear (19) meshes with the toothed plate (21).

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