FULLY AUTOMATIC CENTRALIZED DOUGH PREPARATION AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

Abstract

According to the invention, the fully automatic central dough preparation and distribution system is in which the dosing of flour and water, pre-mixing, weight verification, alternating operation of kneading bowl 1 (8), kneading bowl 2 (9) and kneading bowl 3 (10), determination of feeding priority according to dough levels in the production machines and routing of the transport vehicle (11) to the appropriate production station according to the position information are carried out in coordination via PLC (14).

Description

1 Specifications FULLY AUTOMATIC CENTRALIZED DOUGH PREPARATION AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Technical field The invention relates to food production technologies, industrial dough preparation lines, and raw material dosing. The invention relates to the technical fields of kneading, material handling, and process automation. Specifically, it covers 5 areas. Centralized dough preparation and production in flour-based food production facilities. within the scope of automation systems for controlled feeding of machines is being evaluated. The invention specifically relates to the dosing of flour and water according to the recipe, pre-mixing, and weighing. verification of elements 10 of Kneading Bowl 1, Kneading Bowl 2 and Kneading Bowl 3 alternating operation, feeding according to dough levels in the production machines determining the priority and appropriate production based on the location information of the Transport Vehicle element. the routing to the station is carried out in coordination via PLC. It relates to an automated central dough preparation and distribution system. Previous technique 15 Nowadays, dough preparation is a known practice in industrial dough production lines. And feeding operations to production machines are often carried out under operator supervision. Monitoring of dough levels in production machines by personnel, if necessary. Preparing new dough and transferring the prepared dough to the relevant machines; recipe deviations, non-standard dough quantities, production machines running out of dough, 20 waste due to over-preparation, high operator requirements, hygiene risks, and production This can cause the continuity to depend on operator performance. WO 2008 / 129985 A1 and “Dough Weighing Conveyor, and Dough Weighing and The document titled "Cutting Device" describes measuring the weight of the dough on the conveyor and A weighing-conveyor system for performing measurement-based cutting operations 25 It is explained. However, the document states that according to the recipe, flour and water are central ingredients. the dosage of the components of Mixing Bowl 1, Mixing Bowl 2 and Mixing Bowl 3 Alternating management of material receiving, kneading and feeding tasks, different production Prioritization of needs based on real-time level data received from machines. 2 and the Transportation Vehicle element is selected according to the location and directed to the relevant station. It is not explained. EP 0 453 248 A1 and “Method and apparatus for manufacturing continuous sheets The document titled "of bread dough" discusses handling and weight sensing during dough processing. The continuous production of dough strips using computer-controlled speed adjustment is explained. This 5 The structure is geared towards the continuous and controlled advancement of the dough strip being processed; different A prioritization that compares the dough needs of production machines, Kneading Bowl Alternating management and positioning of elements 1, Kneading Bowl 2 and Kneading Bowl 3. The assignment of a transport vehicle based on this information is not explained. EP 1 552 748 A1, numbered 10 and titled “Process of producing bread and apparatus therefor” The document describes the shaping, weight-controlled cutting, transportation, and production of the dough. The process of advancing along the line is explained. This document mainly covers shaping, weighing, Focusing on the cutting and transfer steps; central recipe dosage, Kneading Bowl 1, Mixing Bowl 2 and Mixing Bowl 3 are designed for uninterrupted production. Alternating operation and production machine levels together with the transport vehicle position 15 It does not offer distribution automation based on evaluation. The technical problem that needs to be solved within this scope is the consistency of the flour and water according to the recipe. From preparing the dough in large quantities to kneading and different production processes The entire process, from production to distribution to the machines, is independent of operator decisions. Machine requirements and transport vehicle location are evaluated together to ensure uninterrupted service, 20 It is carried out in a repeatable and traceable manner. The purpose and advantages of the invention. The purpose of the invention is to control the dough preparation and distribution process under a centralized control structure. The goal is to reduce prescription deviations and the need for manual monitoring through automation. With this invention, the amount of flour in the flour silo is monitored with a load cell, and the required amount of flour is delivered by a screw conveyor. The water is transferred and measured by the water meter, and the dosage is adjusted according to the recipe. Flour and water. The mixture is converted into a pre-mix in the pre-mixer, then conveyed to the weighing system. It is transferred to the element and when the target recipe weight is reached, Kneading Bowl 1, It is fed into either Kneading Bowl 2 or Kneading Bowl 3. 3 Mixing bowls 1, 2 and 3 are used alternately. by working in one pot while taking in the material in the second pot, kneading is done in the third pot. The system ensures that the drum feeds the production line. This allows for dough preparation and feeding. Waiting times between processes are reduced, and continuous production is supported. Dough levels in the production machines are continuously measured with an Analog Level Sensor and 5 The PLC evaluates the situation and determines the feeding priority. Transport vehicle position. The position is monitored by a position sensor and the appropriate transport vehicle is selected by the PLC for production. It is being directed to the station. Speed ​​and deceleration ramps in the movement of the transport vehicle. Controlled material transfer is ensured through automated management. SCADA for process monitoring and management, VNC for remote access, and Data 10. The Reporting Module allows you to generate daily production, recipe, and consumption data in Excel format. It is ensured that it is recorded. Industrial applicability The invention applies to pasta factories, dumpling production facilities, noodle production facilities, and ready-made dough production facilities. facilities, pastry production facilities, frozen food production facilities and other flour-based industrial food 15 It can be installed and operated in production facilities. The system is used in industrial production lines for dough production. Preparation, dosing, kneading, transportation, automated dispensing, and centralized production management. It is applicable for this purpose. Explanation of the figures Figure 1 shows the production line 20 of the fully automated central dough preparation and distribution system. It is the general perspective view on it. Figure 2 is a perspective view of the conveyor element. Figure 3 shows a different perspective view of the conveyor element. Figure 4 shows a perspective view of the weighing system element. Figure 5 shows the disassembled view of the weighing system component. 25 Figure 6 shows the components of Mixing Bowl 1, Mixing Bowl 2, and Mixing Bowl 3 together. It is the appearance. 4 Figure 7 shows the element of Kneading Bowl 1, Kneading Bowl 2 or Kneading Bowl 3. It shows the disassembled appearance. Figure 8 shows the element of Kneading Bowl 1, Kneading Bowl 2 or Kneading Bowl 3. It is a perspective view. Figure 9 shows the disassembled view of the Transport Vehicle component. 5 Explanation of references Ref. No. Description 1 Flour Silo 2 Loadcell 3 Spirals 4 Water Meters Pre-mixer 6 Conveyors 61 Drive Shafts 62 Idler Drums 63 Chassis 64 Enclosures 65 Slide and Belt Groups 66 Feeding Hopper 67 Drive Drum 68 Drive Motor 69 Bands 7 Weighing Systems 71 Chassis 72 Feeding Hopper 73 Preservation 74 Bearing Plate 741 Beds 75 Rail System 76 Guard Miles 77 Gear System 78 Cream 79 Engine 8 Kneading Bowls 1 81 Grill 82 Miles 83 Oars 84 Beds 85 Teeth 86 Dough unloading mechanism 87 Kazan 88 Engine 89 Chassis 9 Kneading Bowls 2 Kneading Bowl 3 11 Transport Vehicles 111 Dough Feeding Funnel 112 Dough Transfer Funnel 113 Bearing plate 114 Preservation 115 Rack and Pinion Driven Discharge Cap 116 In-Line Movement System 117 Guard Miles 118 Bearing Elements 119 Rail System 12 Position Sensors 13 Analog Level Sensors 14 PLC SCADA 16 VNC 17 Data Reporting Module 6 Detailed Description of the Invention The invention relates to the dosing of flour and water according to a recipe, pre-mixing, weight verification, kneading bowl 1 (8), kneading bowl 2 (9) and the kneading bowl as pre-mixer (5) 3 (10) alternating operation, feeding according to dough levels in production machines 5 determining the priority and appropriate production according to the location information of the transport vehicle (11). The full routing to the station is carried out in coordination via PLC (14). It is an automated central dough preparation and distribution system (Figure 1). In the preferred application form of the invention, fully automated central dough preparation and distribution system; flour silo (1), loadcell (2), screw conveyor (3), water meter (4), conveyor (6), weighing 10 system (7), kneading bowl 1 (8), kneading bowl 2 (9), kneading bowl 3 (10), transport vehicle (11), position sensor (12), analog level sensor (13), PLC (14), SCADA (15), It consists of VNC (16) and data reporting module (17) elements (Figure 1). The conveyor in question (6), shown in Figures 2 and 3, carries the product (69), belt (69) idler drum (62) which directs and supports, drive 15 which transmits the rotational motion to the drum (62) shaft (61), chassis (63) carrying and supporting the system, enclosing and protecting the moving parts housings (64), conveyor and belt groups (65) that carry and direct the product, the product on the belt (69) guiding feed hopper (66), drive drum (67) moving the belt, drive It includes a drive motor (68) that rotates its drum (67). The weighing system shown in Figures 4 and 5 (7); carrying the system components and 20 supporting chassis (71), feed hopper (72) that transfers the product to the system, moving parts protective housing (73), bearing plate (74) carrying bearing elements, shafts Supporting and rotating bearing (741), rail system guiding the moving group (75), Housing shafts (76) that carry and secure the housings (73), and gears that transmit the rotational motion. system (77), rack and pinion (78) which converts rotational motion into linear motion, drive system 25 It includes the engine (79) that provides. The kneading bowl 1 (8), shown in Figures 6, 7 and 8, prevents hands and foreign objects from entering the bowl. (8) the grid (81) which prevents the raw materials from entering, mixing the dough the paddle (83) that enables kneading, the shaft (82) that transmits the drive motion to the paddles (83), the shaft (82) Bearing (84) which enables smooth rotation by bearing it on the body, drive movement 30 7 The gear (85) that rotates the paddles (83) by transferring the dough to the shaft (82), kneading the dough in a controlled manner. Dough unloading mechanism (86) which enables the unloading of flour, water and other to the conveyor (6). The boiler (87), which forms the volume in which the raw materials are kneaded, provides the necessary rotational movement and drive. engine (88) which provides power, chassis (89) which acts as a carrier as a fixed element in the system It includes 5. The conveyor shown in Figure 9 (11) is the dough feeder which provides the first entry of the dough into the system. funnel (111), dough transfer funnel (112) which transfers the dough to the lower section in a controlled manner, Bearing plate (113) which provides bearing and support to moving elements, inside Housing (114) which protects the parts and ensures safe operation, rack (78) By opening and closing the lid with its mechanism, the dough falls out of the opening in a controlled manner. 10 The rack and pinion (78) driven discharge gate (115) enables the system to move along the line. inline motion system (116) which provides connection and transport of housing parts The housing shafts (117) ensure that the shafts (117) work smoothly and evenly. Bearing element (118), rail system that directs the linear movement of the moving parts (119) includes. 15 At the start of the system, the amount of flour in the Flour Silo (1) is determined by the Loadcell (2). Measurements are taken and the obtained measurement information is continuously monitored by PLC (14). PLC (14), Determine the required amount of flour according to the selected recipe and the required flour via the Screw (3). It controls the transfer to the Premixer (5) element. The Water Meter (4) measures the amount of water supplied to the system. In the preferred application, Water 20 The meter (4) is used with pulse output and the measured amount of water is measured by PLC (14) After evaluation, the amount of water specified in the recipe is added to the Pre-Mixer (5) element. This ensures that the amounts of flour and water are measured according to the recipe. It can be prepared. Flour and water are mixed in the Premixer (5) to form a premix with a sandy consistency. 25 It is formed. The premix formed is transferred to the Conveyor (6) and the Weighing System (7) element. It is transported. The Weighing System (7) measures the weight of the material and transmits it to the PLC (14) element. And feeding is continued until the target prescription weight is reached. When the target recipe weight is reached, the premix is ​​activated in Kneading Bowl 1. (8) is transferred to Mixing Bowl 2 (9) or Mixing Bowl 3 (10). 30 8 Kneading Bowl 1 (8), Kneading Bowl 2 (9) and Kneading Bowl 3 (10) alternate It is managed in this way; in one cycle, one bowl takes in new material while the other bowl kneads. It performs the process and the third drum feeds the production line with ready-made dough. In subsequent cycles, the tasks are switched between the pots, including dough preparation and... The uninterrupted operation of feeding processes is ensured. 5 Analog Level Sensor (13) located in the production machines constantly level the dough level It measures and transmits the measurement information to the PLC (14) element. In the preferred application Analog Level Sensor (13) produces 4-20 mA analog output. PLC (14) has multiple By evaluating the level information received from the production machine, which production machine It primarily determines that it needs to be nourished. 10 The transfer of the ready-made dough to the production machines is carried out by the Transport Vehicle (11). The position of the Transport Vehicle (11) is detected by the Position Sensor (12) and the position information It is transmitted to the PLC (14) element. The PLC (14) is the Analog Level Sensor of the production machines. By evaluating the data (13) and the location of the Transport Vehicle (11) together, the appropriate Transport Vehicle (11) directs element to the prioritized production station. Transport Vehicle (11) 15 Speed ​​and deceleration ramps during movement are automatically controlled by PLC (14) It is managed. SCADA (15) enables the production process to be monitored and controlled from a central screen. It provides. Process status can be monitored and recipe information can be obtained via SCADA (15). It can be managed. VNC (16) can be controlled via tablet, phone or computer to the control system. It provides the possibility of remote access and intervention. The Data Reporting Module (17) records, processes and reports production data. The preferred application includes daily production, recipe, and consumption information in the Data Reporting Module. (17) is created in Excel format. Thanks to this work arrangement, the level of Flour Silo (1) is monitored, flour and water 25 according to the recipe. Dosing, pre-mix preparation, target weight verification, Kneading Bowl 1 Alternating elements of (8), Kneading Bowl 2 (9) and Kneading Bowl 3 (10) operation, prioritization of production machines according to level requirements and transportation Automatic assignment of the vehicle (11) element according to its position is controlled by a single PLC (14) It is combined under the structure. 30 9 In one application, the system is used in a pasta production line. In another application... The same system logic applies to dumplings, noodles, ready-made dough, pastries, frozen foods, or other flour-based products. It can be applied to industrial food production lines. Even if the application area changes, Un Silo (1), Loadcell (2), Screw Conveyor (3), Water Meter (4), Pre-mixer (5), Conveyor (6), Weighing System (7), Kneading Bowl 1 (8), Kneading Bowl 2 (9), Kneading Bowl 3 (10), Transport 5 Vehicle (11), Position Sensor (12), Analog Level Sensor (13), PLC (14), SCADA (15), The described functional relationship between VNC (16) and Data Reporting Module (17) It can be protected.

Claims

Requests 1. The invention is for at least one flour silo (1) for storing flour, the aforementioned flour silo (1) at least one loadcell (2) to measure the amount of flour inside, to transfer the flour at least one spiral (3), at least one water meter (4) to measure the amount of water, front at least one conveyor to carry the mixture (6), to determine the target recipe weight 5 at least one weighing system (7), premixing flour and water as a premixer (5), A kneading bowl 1 (8) for preparing the dough and feeding the production line. a kneading bowl 2 (9) and a kneading bowl 3 (10), for the production of ready dough at least one transport vehicle (11) to transport to its machines, the aforementioned transport vehicle (11) at least one position sensor (12) to determine its position, production 10 at least one analog level sensor (13) to measure the dough level in the machines and a PLC (14) to control the system, analog of the mentioned PLC (14) element. Feeding priority according to dough level data received by level sensor (13) kneading bowl 1 (8), kneading bowl 2 (9) and kneading bowl 3 (10) will determine 15 elements involved in material receiving, kneading and feeding the production line. will manage it in rotation and the position information received by the position sensor (12) According to the transport vehicle (11), fully automatic directing to the prioritized production station. It is characterized by its centralized dough preparation and distribution system.

2. According to claim 1, PLC (14) according to the amount of flour measured by the aforementioned Loadcell (2) The required amount of flour is transferred to the Pre-Mixer (5) element by checking the Screw Cone (3). transfer and the amount of water measured by the Water Meter (4) as determined in the prescription Fully automatic central that enables the dosing of water to the Pre-Mixer (5) element. It is characterized by its dough preparation and distribution system.

3. According to claim 1 or 2, the premix prepared in the Premixer (5) element Transfer to the conveyor (6) and weighing system (7) element and weighing system (7) 25 Pre-mixing and kneading based on the determination of the target recipe weight. Transferring the mixture to Bowl 1 (8), Kneading Bowl 2 (9) or Kneading Bowl 3 (10) It is characterized by its fully automated central dough preparation and distribution system. is being done.

4. According to any of claims 1-3, Kneading Bowl 1 (8), Kneading Bowl 2 (9) and 30 The elements of Kneading Bowl 3 (10) are that one bowl receives the material, the second bowl performing the kneading process and feeding the third drum into the production line. 11 The PLC (14) is managed to rotate between its tasks. Characterized by a fully automated central dough preparation and distribution system. is being done.

5. For any of the requirements 1-4, the Analog Level Sensor (13) element has a 4-20 mA will provide analog output and the aforementioned output of the PLC (14) element will be continuously 5 Fully automatic systems that create feeding priority among production machines by evaluating them. It is characterized by its centralized dough preparation and distribution system.

6. To any of the claims 1-5, Position Sensor (12) and Transport Vehicle (11) monitoring of its position and PLC (14) element according to the mentioned position information 10 Automatically manages the speed and deceleration ramps in the movement of the Transport Vehicle (11). Characterized by a fully automated central dough preparation and distribution system. is being done.

7. Fully automated central dough preparation according to any of claims 1-6 and It is a distribution system that allows the production process to be monitored and controlled from a central screen. It is characterized by having a SCADA (15) which enables it to be used. 15 8. Fully automated central dough preparation and distribution system according to claim 7, A VNC (16) that provides remote access and intervention to the control system. It is characterized by its inclusion.

9. Fully automated central dough preparation and distribution system according to claim 8, recording and processing production data and daily production, recipe and consumption information 20 It is characterized by containing a Data Reporting Module (17) that reports in Excel format. is being done.

10. A conveyor (6) in accordance with claim 1, and the belt (69) carrying the product, belt (69) idler drum (62) which directs and supports, transmits the rotational motion to the drum (62) drive shaft (61), chassis (63) carrying and supporting the system, 25 covering the moving parts and protective housings (64), conveyor and belt groups that carry and guide the product (65), feeding hopper (66) which directs the product to the belt (69), drive that moves the belt with the drum (67) and the drive motor (68) which rotates the drive drum (67). It is characterized by...

11. A weighing system (7) in accordance with Claim 1, carrying the system components and 30 supporting chassis (71), feeding hopper (72) that transfers the product to the system, movable housing protecting the parts (73), bearing plate carrying the bearing elements 12 (74), bearings that support and rotate the shafts (741), guiding the moving group Rail system (75), housing shafts (76) that carry and secure the housings (73), gear system (77) transmitting rotational motion, converting rotational motion into linear motion It is characterized by having a rack and pinion (78) that turns the system and a motor (79) that drives the system. is being done. 5 12. A kneading bowl (8, 9, 10) conforming to Claim 1, where hands and foreign objects cannot enter the bowl. (8) the grid (81) which prevents the raw materials from entering, mixing the dough the paddle (83) that enables kneading, the shaft (82) that transmits the drive motion to the paddles (83), the shaft (82) bearing that enables smooth rotation by bearing it on the body (84), drive The gear (85) that rotates the paddles (83) by transmitting its movement to the shaft (82), kneading the dough 10 Dough unloading that ensures controlled unloading onto the conveyor (6) mechanism (86), which forms the volume in which flour, water and other raw materials are kneaded. boiler (87), motor (88) which provides the necessary rotational movement and drive power, It is characterized by having a chassis (89) which acts as a carrier as a fixed element in the system. is being done. 15 13. A transport vehicle (11) that complies with Claim 1 and provides the initial entry of the dough into the system. dough feeding hopper (111), dough transferring to the lower section in a controlled manner. Transfer funnel (112) provides transport and bearing support to moving elements. bearing plate (113), which protects the internal parts and ensures safe operation. By opening and closing the lid with the rack (114) mechanism, the dough 20 Rack and pinion (78) driven unloading which allows it to fall through the opening in a controlled manner. cover (115), inline movement system (116) that enables the system to move along the line, Housing shafts (117) that provide connection and support of housing parts, Bearing element (118) which ensures the smooth and balanced operation of the shafts (117), 25 by including a rail system (119) that directs the linear progression of the moving parts. It is characterized by...

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