Purifier, method for producing a purifier-type structure, and method for manufacturing a purifier.

Abstract

To provide a purifier that is easy to mold into a desired shape, is less susceptible to external environmental influences, and has excellent storage stability. [Solution] The present invention relates to a gel-like substance obtained by mixing a viscous substance that is a gelling agent such as polyvinyl alcohol, agar, gelatin, or carrageenan with sake, salt, or rice, which is mixed with the viscous substance, in a predetermined ratio, and is characterized in that the gel-like substance is formed in such a way that it can be held in the shape of a purifier 10 consisting of a salt mound section 12 and a dish section 14.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a purifier, a method for producing a formation for a purifier, and a method for manufacturing a purifier, and particularly to a purifier excellent in portability and storage stability, a method for producing a formation for a purifier, and a method for manufacturing a purifier.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, in purification (also known as cleansing) performed in Shinto or Buddhism, salt, sake, or rice has been used. For example, in the food service industry, for the purpose of warding off misfortune, exorcising evil spirits, or prosperous business, etc., a pile of salt may be placed near the entrance of a store. The pile of salt is formed by shaping salt for purification into a predetermined shape and installed at a predetermined position.

[0003] Patent Document 1 discloses a salt package, a method for manufacturing a salt package, and a salt shaper that can easily and quickly shape a pile of salt, do not require shaping work every time the pile of salt is exchanged, and do not require placing the shaped pile of salt on a plate. In this device, a container body with a conical accommodation space having an open surface at the bottom, a container lid having a dish shape with a mounting surface on the side attached to the container body so as to close the open surface, and salt for a pile of salt accommodated in the container body are provided. On the mounting surface of the container lid, a pressing portion having a contact surface that contacts the salt is formed. By fitting the pressing portion of the container lid into the container body from the open surface, the container lid is attached to the container body. In the state where the container lid is attached to the container body, the contact surface of the pressing portion of the container lid is positioned in the inner direction of the container body rather than the open surface of the container body.

[0004] Patent Document 2 discloses a formed pile of salt in which salt particles are strongly bonded and are difficult to collapse, and a method for manufacturing the same. In this device, 0.06 to 0.3 parts by mass of alum is contained with respect to 100 parts by mass of salt, and it is formed in a predetermined shape.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0005] [Patent Document 1] Patent No. 7150362 [Patent Document 2] Patent No. 3946161 [Disclosure of the Invention] [Problems that the invention aims to solve]

[0006] Forming the salt mounds is time-consuming, and there is a risk of them losing their shape or deteriorating. Furthermore, they require a location that is not easily affected by the external environment when installed, making their handling not easy.

[0007] While the salt mound disclosed in Patent Document 1 can be formed easily and quickly, it still requires a location that is less susceptible to external environmental influences, as with conventional methods.

[0008] The salt mound disclosed in Patent Document 2 is a molded salt mound that is resistant to deformation, but care must be taken because the surface tends to become brittle when wet with water or rain.

[0009] There is a demand for salt mounds that are resistant to deformation, easy to mold, and have long-term stability, but in reality, no such product is available.

[0010] This invention has been made in consideration of the above circumstances, and aims to provide a purifier that is easy to mold, has excellent storage stability and is less susceptible to external environmental influences, a method for producing a purifier molded product, and a method for manufacturing a purifier. Furthermore, the present invention aims to provide a purifier that can be easily molded into a desired shape, a method for producing a purifier material, and a method for manufacturing a purifier. [Means for solving the problem]

[0011] To achieve the above objective, the present invention has the following configuration.

[0012] (1) A viscous substance, sake, salt, or rice to be mixed with the viscous substance, and a gel-like substance obtained by mixing the sake, salt, or rice with the viscous substance in a predetermined ratio, characterized in that the gel-like substance is formed in such a way that it can be held in a desired shape.

[0013] (2) The configuration of (1) above is characterized in that the substance in the viscous state is a gelling agent such as polyvinyl alcohol, agar, gelatin, or carrageenan.

[0014] (3) A method for producing a product for a purifier, The process involves boiling a predetermined amount of water, mixing and dissolving agar powder or agar bar in a ratio of 1g to 2g per 100ml of water to produce an agar mixture, stopping the heating of the dissolved agar mixture in the boiling water and allowing it to cool to a predetermined temperature, adding a predetermined amount of alcohol to the agar mixture at this temperature and mixing to produce an alcohol-containing agar mixture, and then cooling this alcohol-containing agar mixture at room temperature to produce a purifier material.

[0015] (4) A method for producing a product for a purifier, The method is characterized by heating water to 60 to 90 degrees Celsius, mixing and stirring 5% to 10% powdered or water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol with the heated water until a predetermined viscosity is reached, stopping the heating of the mixture once the predetermined viscosity is reached, adding predetermined amounts of alcohol to the mixture while it is still unheated, and then cooling it at room temperature to produce a purifier material.

[0016] (5) The configuration of (4) above is characterized in that when adding the predetermined amounts of alcohol, a predetermined amount of crosslinking reagent is mixed in.

[0017] (6) A method for manufacturing a purifier, A predetermined amount of water is boiled, and agar powder or bar agar is mixed and dissolved in this boiling water at a ratio of 1 to 2 g per 100 ml of water to produce an agar mixture. Heating of the agar mixture in this dissolved state is stopped and cooled until it drops to a predetermined temperature. A predetermined amount of alcohol is added to and mixed with the agar mixture that has dropped to this predetermined temperature to produce an alcohol-containing agar mixture. The purifier is formed by putting the alcohol-containing agar mixture into a predetermined mold so as to have a predetermined shape and cooling it.

[0018] (6) A method for manufacturing a purifier, Water is heated to 60 to 90 degrees Celsius, and powdery or water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol with a concentration of 5% to 10% is mixed and stirred into this heated water until a predetermined viscosity is reached. When the predetermined viscosity is reached, heating of this mixed stirrer is stopped. Alcohol is added to this mixed stirrer in a non-heated normal state in predetermined amounts. The alcohol-containing mixed stirrer is put into a predetermined mold so as to have a predetermined shape, and the alcohol-containing mixed stirrer put into this predetermined mold is cooled, whereby a purifier is formed.

[0019] According to the above configuration, it is possible to provide a practical purifier that is easy to mold and has excellent storage stability and is hardly affected by the external environment. Moreover, the purifier can be installed at a desired location.

[0020] [[ID=I3]] Also, according to the above configuration, it has a simple material composition, can be easily molded into a desired shape by anyone, and is useful. It is also excellent in productivity and economy.

Effects of the Invention

[0021] According to the present invention, there is a practical and useful effect that anyone can provide a purifier that is easy to mold and has excellent storage stability and is hardly affected by the external environment. Also, according to the present invention, it has a simple material composition and is also superior in productivity and economy.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0022] [Figure 1] This is a front view of a purifier formed into a salt-filled type according to the first embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] This is a diagram showing the flow of the process for generating a purifier-forming material according to the same embodiment. [Figure 3] This is a diagram showing the flow of the process for manufacturing a purifier according to the same embodiment. [Figure 4] This is a diagram showing the flow of the process for generating a purifier-forming material according to the second embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] This is a diagram showing the flow of the process for manufacturing a purifier according to the same embodiment.

Mode for Carrying Out the Invention

[0023] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Note that the purifier in the present invention refers to a tool (for example, "salt-filled") used for purification and the like.

[0024] (First Embodiment) First, the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 3. The purifier 10 according to the present embodiment is composed of a salt-filled portion 12 having a conical shape in its appearance and a dish portion 14 provided on the bottom surface portion of the salt-filled portion 12.

[0025] The material (forming material) for forming the purifier 10 is a viscous substance that is a gelling agent such as agar, gelatin, or carrageenan (agar is used in this embodiment), liquor, salt, or rice mixed with this viscous substance, and a gel-like substance obtained by mixing this liquor, salt, or rice and the above viscous substance in a predetermined mixing ratio. Thus, this gel-like substance is formed into a desired shape, for example, the shape of a salt-filled cone.

[0026] Now, the forming material for forming the purifier 10 is made as follows. First, boiling water is generated (see step S202 in Figure 2). Agar powder or agar rods are dissolved in this boiling water to produce an agar mixture (step S204). That is, agar powder or agar rods are mixed in a ratio of 1g to 2g per 100ml of boiling water and heated to dissolve, thereby producing an agar mixture.

[0027] At this point, heat and boil until the agar is completely dissolved. Increasing the amount of agar will produce a firmer gel. Furthermore, if desired, a predetermined amount of sake, salt, or rice may be mixed in. Note that the sake, salt, or rice may be mixed in step S206 described later, not limited to this step.

[0028] Once the agar has completely dissolved, stop heating and let it cool to the specified temperature (step S206).

[0029] Once the temperature has dropped to a predetermined level, a predetermined amount of alcohol is added to the agar mixture and mixed to produce an alcohol-containing agar mixture (step S208). If the alcohol concentration is high, it is diluted with water or the agar concentration is increased. This is because when the alcohol concentration is high (40% or more), agar and other gelling agents tend to solidify poorly, so this can be addressed by diluting to lower the alcohol concentration or by increasing the amount of agar.

[0030] Then, by cooling the alcohol-containing agar mixture at room temperature, a purifier material is produced (step S210).

[0031] When producing the agar-based purifier material described above, if the pH concentration is low, i.e., if the acidity is high, the gelation of agar and gelatin tends to be hindered. Therefore, if acidic beverages or acidic materials are used, it is necessary to adjust the pH concentration. Also, if a large amount of agar is used, a firmer gelling agent will be produced, so it is advisable to use, for example, twice the usual amount of agar. Furthermore, since the alcohol component of alcohol-containing gelling agents evaporates little by little with each unit of waste when exposed to air, it is desirable to store them in an airtight container.

[0032] The manufacturing of the purifier 10 using the agar-based gelling agent produced in this manner is as follows.

[0033] First, boiling water is generated (see step S302 in Figure 3). Agar powder or agar rods are dissolved in this boiling water to produce an agar mixture (step S304). That is, agar powder or agar rods are mixed in a ratio of 1g to 2g per 100ml of boiling water and heated to dissolve, thereby producing an agar mixture.

[0034] At this point, heat and boil until the agar is completely dissolved. Increasing the amount of agar will produce a firmer gel. Furthermore, if desired, a predetermined amount of sake, salt, or rice may be mixed in. Note that the sake, salt, or rice may be mixed in step S306 described later, not limited to this step.

[0035] Once the agar has completely dissolved, stop heating and let it cool to the specified temperature (step S306).

[0036] Once the temperature has dropped to a predetermined level, a predetermined amount of alcohol is added to the agar mixture and mixed to produce an alcohol-containing agar mixture (step S308). If the alcohol concentration is too high, it is diluted with water or the agar concentration is increased. This is because if the alcohol concentration is too high (40% or more), it tends not to solidify easily with agar or other gelling agents, so this can be addressed by diluting it to lower the alcohol concentration or by increasing the amount of agar.

[0037] Then, the purifier 10 is formed by pouring it into a predetermined mold and cooling it to achieve a predetermined shape (step S310). For example, the purifier material is poured into a mold made to have the shape of a salt mound section 12 and a plate section 14.

[0038] Then, by cooling at room temperature, the purifier 10 is obtained (step S312).

[0039] According to the above embodiment, it is possible to provide a practical purifier 10 that can be easily molded into any desired shape by anyone, is resistant to collapse, and has excellent storage stability that is less susceptible to external environmental influences. Moreover, the purifier 10 can be installed in any desired location and can also be used as an interior decoration, making it convenient and useful.

[0040] Furthermore, according to the above embodiment, there are no adverse effects on the human body, the burden on the natural environment is minimal, and the material composition is simple, thus contributing to securing sustainable production and consumption patterns as outlined in the SDGs. It is also superior in terms of productivity and economic efficiency.

[0041] Furthermore, according to the above embodiment, it is possible to add salt, sake, or rice, so it can be expected to be used in a wide variety of fields and applications, and to be expanded both in Japan and internationally.

[0042] Although agar was used in this embodiment, similar effects and properties can be obtained using other materials such as gelatin or carrageenan.

[0043] (Second embodiment) Next, a second embodiment will be described with reference to Figures 1, 4, and 5. Parts and functions identical to those of the first embodiment described above will be denoted by the same reference numerals.

[0044] The purification device 10 according to this embodiment consists of a cone-shaped salt mound section 12 and a dish section 14 provided on the bottom surface of the salt mound section 12.

[0045] The material (formed product) that forms the purifier 10 consists of a viscous substance that is a gelling agent mainly composed of polyvinyl alcohol (hereinafter referred to as "PVA"), sake, salt, or rice to be mixed with this viscous substance, and a gel-like substance obtained by mixing this sake, salt, or rice with the viscous substance in a predetermined ratio. This gel-like substance is then formed into a desired shape, for example, the shape of a cone-shaped mound of salt.

[0046] Now, the structures that make up the purifier 10 are made in the following way. First, heat the water to 60 to 90 degrees Celsius (see step S402 in Figure 4).

[0047] Next, a 5% to 10% concentration of powdered or water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol is mixed and stirred with the heated water until a predetermined viscosity is reached (step S404). Once the predetermined viscosity is reached, heating of the mixture is stopped (step S406).

[0048] Next, a predetermined amount of alcohol is added to this mixed and stirred product, which is in a state where heating has stopped, i.e., in an unheated state (step S408). At this time, a predetermined amount of crosslinking reagent may also be mixed in.

[0049] The purifier material is then obtained by cooling at room temperature (step S410). The alcohol gel using PVA has excellent stability and can be stored at room temperature for a long period of time.

[0050] The manufacturing of the purifier 10 using the PVA-based gelling agent produced in this manner is as follows.

[0051] First, heat the water to 60 to 90 degrees Celsius (see step S502 in Figure 5).

[0052] Next, a 5% to 10% concentration of powdered or water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol is mixed and stirred with the heated water until a predetermined viscosity is reached (step S504). Once the predetermined viscosity is reached, heating of the mixture is stopped (step S506).

[0053] Next, a predetermined amount of alcohol is added to this mixed and stirred product while it is in the unheated state (step S508). At this time, a predetermined amount of crosslinking reagent may also be mixed in.

[0054] Then, the resulting alcohol-containing mixed mixture for the purifier is placed into a predetermined mold to take on a predetermined shape (step S510). For example, the purifier material is poured into a mold made to take on the shape of a salt mound section 12 and a dish section 14.

[0055] Then, by cooling the alcohol-containing mixed mixture placed in this predetermined mold, the purifier 10 is obtained (step S512).

[0056] According to the above embodiment, it is possible to provide a practical purifier 10 that can be easily molded into any desired shape by anyone, is resistant to crumbling, and has excellent storage stability, being less susceptible to the effects of pests and the external environment. Moreover, the purifier 10 can be installed in any desired location and can also be used as an interior decoration, making it convenient and useful.

[0057] Furthermore, according to the above embodiment, the burden on the natural environment is small and the material composition is simple, which can contribute to ensuring sustainable production and consumption patterns as part of the SDGs. It is also superior in terms of productivity and economic efficiency.

[0058] Furthermore, according to the above embodiment, it is possible to add salt, sake, or rice, so it can be expected to be used in a wide variety of fields and applications, and to be expanded both in Japan and internationally.

[0059] It should be noted that the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above, and various modifications are possible without departing from the spirit of the invention. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0060] 10 ... Purifier 12... Salt mound section 14...Dish section

Claims

1. A viscous substance and This viscous substance is mixed with sake, salt, or rice, This is a gel-like substance obtained by mixing sake, salt, or rice with the above-mentioned viscous substance in a predetermined ratio. A purifier characterized by being formed in such a way that it can hold this gel-like substance in a desired shape.

2. The purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that the viscous substance is a gelling agent such as polyvinyl alcohol, agar, gelatin, or carrageenan.

3. Agar-based gelling agent Bring the specified amount of water to a boil, To this boiling water, agar powder or agar bar is mixed and dissolved at a ratio of 1g to 2g per 100ml of water to produce an agar mixture. Heating of the agar mixture in this boiling water is stopped, and it is cooled until the temperature drops to a predetermined level. A predetermined amount of alcohol is added to the agar mixture that has been cooled to a predetermined temperature and mixed to produce an alcohol-containing agar mixture. A method for producing a purifier material, characterized in that the alcohol-containing agar mixture is cooled at room temperature to produce a purifier material.

4. PVA-based gelling agent Heat water to 60 to 90 degrees Celsius, Mix and stir the heated water with 5% to 10% powdered or water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol until it reaches a predetermined viscosity. When the above-mentioned predetermined viscosity is reached, stop heating the mixed mixture. To this mixed and stirred product, which is in an unheated state, add predetermined amounts of alcohol at a time. A method for producing a purifier material, characterized by generating the purifier material by cooling it at room temperature thereafter.

5. The method for producing a purifier product according to claim 4, characterized in that a predetermined amount of crosslinking reagent is mixed when adding the predetermined amounts of alcohol mentioned above.

6. Formation using a gelling agent primarily composed of agar Bring the specified amount of water to a boil, To this boiling water, agar powder or agar bar is mixed and dissolved at a ratio of 1 to 2 g per 100 ml of water to produce an agar mixture. The heating of this dissolved agar mixture is stopped and it is cooled until it drops to a predetermined temperature. A predetermined amount of alcohol is added to the agar mixture that has been cooled to a predetermined temperature and mixed to produce an alcohol-containing agar mixture. A method for manufacturing a purifier, characterized in that the purifier is formed by placing the alcohol-containing agar mixture into a predetermined mold to achieve a predetermined shape and then cooling it.

7. Formation using a PVA-based gelling agent Heat water to 60 to 90 degrees Celsius, Mix and stir the heated water with 5% to 10% powdered or water-soluble polyvinyl alcohol until it reaches a predetermined viscosity. When the above-mentioned predetermined viscosity is reached, stop heating the mixed mixture. To this mixed and stirred product, which is in an unheated state, add predetermined amounts of alcohol at a time. This alcohol-containing mixed mixture is placed into a predetermined mold to form a predetermined shape. A method for manufacturing a purifier, characterized in that a purifier is formed by cooling an alcohol-containing mixed and stirred substance placed in a predetermined mold.

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