Disinfection and sanitization device for fruits and vegetables.

Abstract

The invention relates to a disinfection and sanitization device used in industrial kitchens, the gastronomy sector, and similar facilities, which enables the disinfection of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Description

1 TARIFF Disinfection and sanitation equipment for fruits and vegetables. Technical Area 5 The invention is used in industrial kitchens, the gastronomy sector, and all similar facilities. It relates to disinfection and sanitation equipment. The invention specifically concerns fresh fruits and vegetables after pressure washing and subsequent ozonization. a disinfection that ensures disinfection using a disinfection unit and is related to sanitation equipment. State of the Art In industrial kitchens, the gastronomy sector, and all similar facilities, fruits and vegetables... It needs to be disinfected against microorganisms and viruses. The most popular traditional method for cleaning fruits and vegetables is currently... One of the options is cleaning with tap water or chlorinated water. 20 However, simply cleaning fresh produce with water alone is not enough to reduce contamination. Microbes have a significant effect on various substances, especially when cleaning with chlorinated water. However, microorganisms found in fruits and vegetables... And viruses may not be effective against some pathogens. Also, chlorine application In the reaction of soluble organic matter, trihalomethane compounds are formed, human 25 It can pose a threat to health and safety as well as environmental pollution. In the systems used in current technology, vegetables and fruits are grown with plenty of water. Washing and disinfection are carried out either manually or using chemicals. is required. The amount of water used here is 30 times less than the amount of water used for manual processing of the products. damage to the resulting products and chemicals that are consumables Their use is uncontrolled. In the hotel and restaurant sector, daily water consumption is 150-200 liters per person. 35% of consumption takes place in kitchen areas. 35% in kitchen areas. 5% of consumption is for cooking, 13% for cleaning, and 17% for vegetables and fruits. 2 It is used in pre-washing processes during cleaning. Accordingly, a 300-person capacity The amount of water used for pre-washing and disinfection at the hotel is approximately 3 tons. It is around that time. However, for vegetables and fruits to be washed properly... It needs to be washed under running water for at least 4-5 minutes by scrubbing. Therefore, washing... Because the products are rubbed by hand during the processing, they are severely damaged and require a minimum of 5 months. 15% of it is wasted. A common practice in hotels and restaurants is to disinfect fruits and vegetables. Various chemical products supplied by different companies are used in this way. These products, It is used depending on user knowledge and sensitivity, more or less than 10. When used correctly, disinfectants do not produce the desired effect. Not using it results in increased environmental pollution and very high costs. Similarly The large number of different types of disinfectants available today necessitates continuous testing and evaluation of their effectiveness. the absence of a controlling body and leaving all initiative to the manufacturing companies Therefore, how accurate is the information given in the package inserts of disinfectants? 15 to determine this, and to know that these disinfectants are being used correctly in the food industry. It is very difficult. Therefore, personnel training is of great importance. However, chemical products This involves uncontrolled use. In the literature review, 20 is given as an example of the known state of the technique. Document number TR2015 / 11024 can be shown. The document in question concerns fruits / vegetables. It relates to a washing machine. The invention in question involves water sterilized with ultraviolet light. The text describes a machine used for washing fruits and vegetables. However, since the machine in question only uses ultraviolet light... An effective 25-star product against microbes, microorganisms, and viruses found in fruits and vegetables. Disinfection is not possible. In conclusion, the existence of the above problems and the inadequacy of the current solutions, This has made it necessary to make improvements in the technical field. The purpose of the invention The present invention eliminates the aforementioned disadvantages and contributes to the relevant technical field. Disinfection and sanitization device for fruits and vegetables that brings new advantages. It is related. 35 3 The main purpose of the invention is to process fresh fruits and vegetables after pressure washing. a unit that enables disinfection using an ozone disinfection unit The goal is to develop a disinfection and sanitation device. The purpose of the invention is to preserve the quality of fresh fruits and vegetables and to improve the quality of products from harvest to delivery. The aim is to ensure that ozone, which extends its lifespan afterwards, is used in the disinfection process. Another purpose of the invention is to save water used in washing fruits and vegetables. The aim is to reduce consumption. Another aim of the invention is to enable fresh fruits and vegetables to be washed without being rubbed by hand. The aim is to prevent damage by ensuring this. Another aim of the invention is to produce fresh fruits and vegetables without the use of chemical products. The goal is to ensure the disinfection process is completed. 15 To fulfill all the purposes mentioned above and those that can be derived from the detailed explanation. The invention is suitable for industrial kitchens, the gastronomy sector, and all similar facilities. disinfection used to disinfect fresh fruits and vegetables and is a sanitation device, 20 - a chassis, - located on the chassis, for washing and disinfecting fresh vegetables and fruits. a reservoir in the form of a pool that enables the process to be carried out, - located inside the reservoir, and the washing water is drawn into the reservoir under high pressure. magnetic water switch that enables filling, 25 - a magnetic field located inside the reservoir that measures the water level inside the reservoir. level sensor, - located inside the chassis and the fresh vegetables and fruits in the container the air in the environment exposed to emissions for the disinfection process is in the chamber Ozone 30, which provides ozone transfer according to its capacity, operates at different speeds and pressures. generator, - located between the ozone generator and the reservoir, and expelled from the ozone generator A connector that allows ozonized air to be delivered into the chamber at low pressure. pipe, - low 35 located at intervals within the reservoir and transmitted through connecting pipes pressurized ozone air mixed with water under the perforated base plate in the chamber 4 Ozone, when mixed, creates bubbles and produces foam. injection tube, - located on the chassis and operating mechanism of the disinfection and sanitation device. control panel that enables the control and management of the regime, - located on the chassis and the electrical connection of the disinfection and sanitation device. electrical control panel containing the components, - located inside the chassis, responsible for pumping water into the reservoir and filling the reservoir with water. a drainage pump that enables the water to be drained, - located on the chassis and for manually draining the water from the reservoir. This is related to the fact that it includes a pneumatic release button that enables it to be used. 10 The structural and characteristic features and all the advantages of the invention are given in the figures below. And thanks to the detailed explanation written with references to these figures, it becomes clearer. This will be understood as such. Therefore, the evaluation should also include these forms and detailed explanations. This should be done taking this into consideration. 15 Ways to Help Understand the Discovery Figure 1: Perspective view of the disinfection and sanitization device that is the subject of the invention. Figure 2: Another view of the disinfection and sanitation device that is the subject of the invention. It is a perspective view. Figure 3: Top view of the disinfection and sanitation device that is the subject of the invention. Explanation of Part References 10. Chassis 20. Reservoir 21. Perforated base plate 30. Magnetic water switch 40. Magnetic level sensor 30 50. Ozone generator 60. Connecting pipe 70. Ozone injection tube 80. Control panel 90. Electrical control panel 35 100. Gastronomy container rail 110. Drainage pump 120. Pneumatic relief button Detailed Description of Find This detailed description explains the preferred choice for the disinfection and sanitation device that is the subject of the invention. The alternatives suggested were presented solely for the purpose of better understanding the subject and without any It is explained in a way that will not create a limiting effect. Figures 1 and 2 show the general view of the disinfection and sanitation device that is the subject of the invention. 10 Accordingly, the disinfection and sanitation device, in its most basic form, is made of 304 grade steel. a chassis made of stainless steel (10), fresh vegetables and fruits on the chassis (10) a chamber (20) in which the disinfection process is carried out by washing, into the chamber (20) Magnetic water switch (30) that enables washing water to fill with high pressure, tank (20) Magnetic level sensor (40) measuring the water level inside, tank (20) 15 the fresh vegetables and fruits inside are exposed to emissions for disinfection purposes ozone transfer that enables ozone transfer according to the capacity of the reservoir (20) of the ambient air. generator (50), ozonized air is pumped from the ozone generator (50) into the reservoir (20) The connecting pipe (60) which enables transmission at low pressure is placed inside the reservoir (20) at intervals. Low pressure ozone air transmitted through connecting pipes (60) by placing them in this way, 20 by mixing with water under the perforated base plate (21) in the reservoir (20) bubbles Ozone injection tube (70) which causes foam to form, disinfection and The control unit enables the monitoring and control of the sanitation device's operating regime. panel (80) contains the electrical components of the disinfection and sanitation device. The electrical control panel (90) is washed and disinfected inside the reservoir (20) 25 enabling the resting and storage of finished fresh vegetables and fruits. gastronorm container rail (100), water to be pumped into the reservoir (20) and reservoir (20) Drainage pump (110) which enables the rapid drainage of the water inside. pneumatic system that enables manual draining of water inside the reservoir (20) Includes drain button (120). 30 The chassis (10), which forms the main structure of the disinfection and sanitation device that is the subject of the invention, Made of 304 grade stainless steel. On the chassis (10), fresh vegetables and a pool to ensure that the fruits are washed and disinfected. There is a reservoir (20) in the form of. 35 is attached to the base of the said reservoir (20). There is a removable perforated base plate (21). The perforated base plate (21) protects against ozone. 6 pressurized ozone air bubbles supplied from the generator (50) to the reservoir (20) to ensure that the contents are properly conveyed inside and also that fresh vegetables and fruits are It helps to separate the dirt that settles to the bottom during washing. The washing water is poured into the tank (20) under high pressure. at least one magnetic water switch (30) and tank (20) that provides the water level inside. There is a magnetic level sensor (40) that measures the magnetic level. The sensor (40) is connected to the control panel (80) for measuring the water level. It has a float. The working principle of the magnetic level sensor (40) is based on magnets. Because it relies on the interaction between them, it does not require a power supply, maintenance 10 It does not require. The magnetic level sensor (40) measures the water level in the tank (20), transmits to the control panel (80) to which it is connected and the control panel (80) transmits water The magnetic water switch (30) closes to stop the filling. Disinfection of fresh vegetables and fruits inside the container (20) inside the chassis (10) 15 ozone in the environment subjected to emission for the process according to the capacity of the chamber (20) An ozone generator (50) that facilitates the transfer of ozone has been installed. The ozone generator in question (50), control and operation of the disinfection and sanitation device's operating regime. 5 different speeds and pressures can be controlled via the control panel (80) He / She is working. 20 Between the ozone generator (50) and the reservoir (20) the ozone is pumped from the ozone generator (50). connecting pipe (60) which enables air to be conveyed into the chamber (20) at low pressure As shown in Figure 3, the connecting pipe (60) is placed inside the reservoir (20). In connection with the reservoir (20), ozone injection tubes (70) are placed at intervals. 25 The ozone injection tube (70) in question transmits low through the connecting tubes (60). pressurized ozone air mixed with water under the perforated base plate (21) in the chamber (20) It creates foam by mixing and forming bubbles. On the chassis (10), control of the operating regime of the disinfection and sanitation device 30 and a digital control panel (80) that enables it to be controlled and disinfected. Electrical control panel containing the electrical components of the sanitation device (90) It is located. Disinfection process by washing inside the chassis (10) inside the reservoir (20) 35 enabling the resting and storage of finished fresh vegetables and fruits. 7 Gastronorm tray rails (100) are located. Washing and disinfection process. The finished fresh vegetables and fruits are placed between the bathtub rails (100). Water is to be pumped into the reservoir (20) inside the chassis (10) and into the reservoir (20) Drainage pump (110) 5 which enables the rapid drainage of water It is located. At the same time, the water in the tank (20) can be drained manually. pneumatic release button (120) on the chassis (10) to enable it to be released It has been placed. The operating principle of the disinfection and sanitation device described in this invention is as follows: 10 The disinfection and sanitation device is first activated with the control panel (80) and magnetic water switch (30) inside the container (20) containing fresh vegetables and fruits Water is filled via the magnetic level sensor (40). It is completed by measuring. 15 Fresh vegetables and which will be washed and disinfected in the container (20) Depending on the type of fruit, there are 5 different ozone generators (50) from the control panel (80). One of the stage positions is selected and the ozone generator (50) is started. Ozone Ozonized air is pumped from the generator (50), ozone is injected through the connecting pipes (60) 20 It is transmitted to the tube (70) and the ozonation process begins. After the disinfection process is finished, the drain pump (110) is turned off from the control panel (80). by operating or using the pneumatic drain button (120) the water is removed from the tank (20) The water is drained. After the water is drained, fresh vegetables and 25 The fruits are placed between the tub rails (100). The perforated base inside the container (20) The sheet metal (21) is removed and the dirt that has settled at the bottom of the container (20) is cleaned.

Claims

8 REQUESTS 1. Used in all facilities such as industrial kitchens, the gastronomy sector, and similar establishments, and Disinfection that enables the disinfection of fresh fruits and vegetables. It is a sanitation device, and its features are: 5 - a chassis (10), - located on the chassis (10) and where fresh vegetables and fruits are washed a pool-shaped structure that enables the disinfection process to be carried out reservoir (20), - located inside the reservoir (20) and washing water is pumped at high pressure 10 Magnetic water switch (30) that allows water to fill into the reservoir (20), - located inside the reservoir (20) and the water level inside the reservoir (20) magnetic level measuring sensor (40), - fresh vegetables located inside the chassis (10) and inside the container (20) 15 in the environment exposed to emissions for the disinfection process of fruits different air that provides ozone transfer according to the capacity of the reservoir (20) ozone generator operating at speed and pressure (50), - located between the ozone generator (50) and the reservoir (20) and ozone ozone air is pumped from the generator (50) into the reservoir (20) connecting pipe (60) that enables transmission under pressure, 20 - located at intervals inside the reservoir (20) and connecting pipes (60) low pressure ozone air transmitted through the perforated base (20) of the chamber by mixing with water under the hair (21) and making bubbles Ozone injection tube that causes foam formation (70), - located on the chassis (10) and the disinfection and sanitation device 25 control that enables the control and management of the operating regime. panel (80), - located on the chassis (10) and the disinfection and sanitation device electrical control panel containing electrical components (90), - located inside the chassis (10) and to pump water into the reservoir (20) and 30 drain that allows the water inside the reservoir (20) to be drained pump (110), - located on the chassis (10) and manual water in the reservoir (20) pneumatic release button (120) that enables discharge. It includes. 35 9 2. A disinfection and sanitation device conforming to Claim 1, whose features are: located in the mentioned container (20) and washed in the container (20) resting fresh vegetables and fruits after the disinfection process is completed and includes a gastronorm container rail (100) which enables its storage.

3. A disinfection and sanitation device conforming to Claim 1, whose features are: The container (20) mentioned has a removable base on which it can be attached and detached. The reservoir contains pressurized ozone air bubbles supplied from the ozone generator (50) (20) to ensure that fresh vegetables and Separating the dirt that settles at the bottom during fruit washing 10 It contains a perforated base plate (21) which provides

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