Waste processing machine

Abstract

The invention relates to a waste processing machine comprising crushing means, at least one receiving tank connected to the crushing means, and a case in which the crushing means and receiving tanks are integrated and installed, wherein the case comprises an inlet for access to the crushing means, equipped to communicate and introduce organic waste into the crushing means and disposed in the upper part of the case. The crushing means are equipped to receive organic waste and to crush same into resulting products, the crushing means and the receiving tanks being mutually arranged such that the resulting products coming from the crushing means are placed and stored in the corresponding receiving tank. The machine also comprises an endless means disposed and equipped to feed the crushing means from the inlet of the case.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] WASTE PROCESSING MACHINE

[0003] OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0004] The purpose of this invention application is to register a waste processing machine, which incorporates significant innovations and advantages over the techniques used to date.

[0005] More specifically, the invention proposes the development of a waste processing machine, which, due to its particular arrangement, allows for the collection and processing of organic waste for its shredding and processing, as well as its subsequent containment and removal.

[0006] BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0007] The problems of urban organic waste generation and its impact on all citizens are well known in the current state of the art.

[0008] In this regard, one of the main problems that arise in cities is the journey that occurs in urban centers from when the user acquires an organic product in the supermarket, distribution center, etc., until the circle is closed and starts again with the recovery or reuse of new raw materials for the production of these.

[0009] Additionally, in the hospitality sector, there is an added problem related to organic waste that is difficult to process on the premises, in terms of the reduction of its volume, as well as the additional problem of having to transport it to the collection point and having to dispose of it there.

[0010] This involves moving large quantities of heavy items by restaurant owners or their employees, and a considerable amount of time is spent on these operations. Furthermore, these types of handling operations are generally unwelcome by restaurant staff, as they must carry out these costly waste removal tasks almost at the end of their workday, causing discomfort both from the physical effort involved and the disruption they can cause to the surrounding area.

[0011] The present invention contributes to solving and resolving the present problem, as it allows facilitating the collection and processing of organic waste for its shredding and processing, as well as its subsequent containment and removal.

[0012] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The present invention has been developed to provide a waste processing machine, comprising shredding means, at least one receiving tank corresponding to and linked with the shredding means, and a housing in which the shredding means and its receiving tanks are integrated and installed; wherein said housing has an inlet for access to the shredding means, which is enabled for communication and introduction of organic waste into said shredding means, and which is arranged in an upper part of the same housing; the shredding means being enabled for receiving the organic waste and shredding it into resulting products, and the shredding means and its receiving tank being mutually arranged so that the resulting products from the shredding means are disposed of and stored in the corresponding receiving tank;and comprising a screw conveyor arranged and enabled for feeding the crushing media from the inlet opening of the housing.

[0014] Preferably, in the waste processing machine, the receiving tank is installed in said housing so that it is reversibly separable from the same housing.

[0015] Preferably, the waste processing machine incorporates a glass lid over the inlet opening of the housing.

[0016] Alternatively, the waste processing machine incorporates a metal detector located at the housing's inlet. Alternatively, the waste processing machine incorporates an ozone generator system.

[0017] Alternatively, the waste processing machine incorporates a control system linked in data communication with the shredding means, the screw conveyor, the metal detector and the ozone generating system, and with the ability to control all of them.

[0018] Alternatively, in the waste processing machine, the control system is linked in data communication with a global communications network in a bidirectional manner.

[0019] Preferably, in the Waste Processing Machine, the communications network is the internet.

[0020] Additionally, in the waste processing machine, the data communication link between the control system and the global communications network is materialized by a Wi-Fi communication system or a mobile telephony data communication system.

[0021] Preferably, in the waste processing machine, the crushing means comprise a crushing mill device.

[0022] Alternatively, the waste processing machine incorporates manual controls or selectors enabled so that a user can indicate a specific state of affairs.

[0023] The waste processing machine of the proposed invention is suitable for the treatment of Qbo and Qbo+ organic waste.

[0024] Thanks to the present invention, it is possible to facilitate the collection and processing of organic waste for shredding and processing, as well as its subsequent containment and removal.

[0025] Other features and advantages of a waste processing machine will become apparent from the description of a preferred, but not exclusive, embodiment, which is illustrated by way of non-limiting example in the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0026] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS Figures 1, 2 and 3.- These are schematic views from different perspectives of a preferred embodiment of the waste processing machine of the present invention.

[0027] DESCRIPTION OF A PREFERRED EMBODIMENT

[0028] As shown in Figure 1, the waste processing machine of the invention comprises shredding means and at least one receiving tank 2 corresponding to and linked with the shredding means.

[0029] Also in this preferred embodiment shown in Figures 1, 2 and 3, the waste processing machine of the invention comprises a housing 3, in which crushing means and their respective receiving tank 2 are integrated and installed.

[0030] The aforementioned shredding equipment is enabled for the reception of organic waste and its shredding.

[0031] In this preferred embodiment, the crushing means comprise a crushing mill, linked to the receiving tank 2, and not shown in the drawings because it is inside the housing 3. In other preferred embodiments, the crushing means could comprise a vertical crushing device with an eccentric, for example.

[0032] The crushing means and its receiving tank 2 are enabled and mutually arranged so that the receiving tank 2 is reversibly separable from its connection with the crushing means and removable from the housing 3, as shown in Figure 1.

[0033] In this preferred embodiment, the grinding mill is a machine-appliance of similar dimensions to a small piece of equipment that can be embedded in the countertop of any kitchen, under a bar or integrated into any office.

[0034] Housing 3 has a loading or inlet opening 31 for access to the shredder mill, which is enabled for communication and introduction of organic waste into said shredder mill from the same loading opening 31, and which is arranged on the upper panel of the same housing 3, as can also be seen especially in figure 2.

[0035] The organic waste introduced into the loading port 31 passes to the shredding mill, which performs the shredding, reducing its resulting volume.

[0036] In addition, the crushing mill and its receiving tank 2 are mutually arranged so that the resulting pieces from the crushing means are arranged and stored in the corresponding receiving tank 2, and fall by gravity.

[0037] The receiving tank 2 is preferably made of plastic or stainless steel, in order to avoid oxidation problems.

[0038] The aforementioned receiving tank 2 is lightweight, contains the already crushed organic waste without it escaping, can be easily handled for transport and dumping, can be stacked safely without risk of falling, and can be easily transported.

[0039] This receiving tank 2 has dimensions that comply with workplace safety regulations, and a weight at full load not exceeding the kg of the main regulations (18 / 20kg) and good handling, as well as safety in the operation of the chopped elements to avoid their direct contact.

[0040] These dimensions are not necessarily fixed; they can vary considerably if necessary, depending on the user's needs in different preferred embodiments of the same invention.

[0041] The waste processing machine of the invention also comprises a spring-loaded auger 4, arranged and enabled for feeding the shredder from the inlet opening 31, as shown in Figure 2. This achieves complete independence of the waste processing machine of the invention from its operator, who does not need to monitor the complete shredding of the organic waste. Furthermore, the auger 6 is easily removable from the housing 3, thus facilitating cleaning of both the housing and the auger 6 itself. The waste processing machine of the invention may also incorporate a metal detector positioned beforehand at the inlet opening 31 of the housing 3 (not shown in the drawings), as a primary safety precaution to prevent the shredding mechanism from becoming clogged by a metallic object.

[0042] The waste processing machine of the invention can also incorporate an ozone generator system (not shown in the drawings), which is very useful for processing organic waste. This ozone generator system thoroughly cleans all internal parts of the waste processing machine of the invention, so only general cleaning, like any other appliance in an industrial kitchen, is required.

[0043] The waste processing machine of the invention can also incorporate a glass lid 5 over the inlet opening 31 of the housing 3, as shown in Figures 1, 2, and 3. This allows observation of the organic waste's behavior before shredding, as there are cases where a "ball" of waste can form and obstruct its passage. To resolve this, it is necessary to lift the lid 5 and stir the waste.

[0044] The waste processing machine of the invention can also incorporate a control system, linked in data communication with the crushing means, the screw conveyor 4, the metal detector and the ozone generating system, and with the ability to control all of them.

[0045] This control system can be linked to a global communications network, typically the internet, via bidirectional data communication. This data communication link between the control system and the global communications network can be implemented through a Wi-Fi communication system or a mobile phone data communication system, for example.

[0046] In various preferred embodiments, the waste processing machine of the invention may incorporate manual controls or selectors that allow the user to indicate a specific operating condition of the machine, for example, the fill level of the receiving tank 2, by selecting “LOW,” “MEDIUM,” or “FULL.” Other manual controls or selectors may also be enabled to indicate another operating condition, such as the type of product processed by the waste processing machine of the invention, for example, “BREAD AND COOKED PRODUCTS,” “FRESH MEAT AND FISH,” or “FRUITS AND VEGETABLES,” which depends on their water content per kilogram of product.

[0047] This can help improve the performance of the waste processing machine of the invention for the end user.

[0048] The advantages of the waste processing machine of the invention are evident to users / employees in the hospitality industry when handling all non-returnable organic waste, as its resulting volume is smaller.

[0049] It is also very advantageous when it comes to emptying these wastes into existing containers, both because of the speed of emptying, and also for the residents living near these containers who inevitably suffer the nuisance of the noise every day, and in many cases in the early hours of the morning.

[0050] The general advantages obtained with the waste processing machine are evident, both for the one who processes it on the premises, and for the transport to the recycling factories.

[0051] The details, shapes, dimensions and other accessory elements, as well as the materials used in the manufacture of the waste processing machine of the invention, may be conveniently replaced by others that are technically equivalent and do not depart from the essence of the invention or the scope defined by the claims included below.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. A waste processing machine comprising shredding means, at least one receiving tank (2) corresponding to and connected with the shredding means, and a housing (3) in which the shredding means and its receiving tanks (2) are integrated and installed; wherein said housing (3) has an inlet (31) for access to the shredding means, which is enabled for communication and introduction of organic waste into said shredding means, and which is arranged in an upper part of the same housing (3); the shredding means being enabled for receiving the organic waste and shredding it into resulting products, and the shredding means and its receiving tank (2) being mutually arranged so that the resulting products from the shredding means are disposed of and stored in the corresponding receiving tank (2);characterized in that it comprises an endless means (4) arranged and enabled for feeding the crushing means from the inlet mouth (31) of the housing (3).; 2. Waste processing machine according to the preceding claim, wherein the receiving tank (2) is installed in said housing (3) so that it is reversibly separable from said housing (3).

3. Waste processing machine according to any of the preceding claims, incorporating a glass cover (5) over the inlet mouth (31) of the housing (3).

4. Waste processing machine according to any of the preceding claims, incorporating a metal detector arranged prior to the inlet mouth (31) of the housing (3).

5. Waste processing machine according to any of the preceding claims, incorporating an ozone generating system.

6. Waste processing machine according to claim 5 when dependent on claim 4, incorporating a control system linked in data communication with the shredding means, the screw conveyor (4), the metal detector and the ozone generating system, and with the ability to control all of them.

7. Waste processing machine according to the preceding claim, wherein the control system is linked in data communication with a global communications network in a bidirectional manner.

8. Waste processing machine according to the preceding claim, wherein the communications network is the internet.

9. Waste processing machine according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the data communication link between the control system and the global communications network is materialized by a Wi-Fi communication system or a mobile telephony data communication system.

10. Waste processing machine according to any of the preceding claims, wherein the crushing means comprise a crushing mill device.

11. Waste processing machine according to any of the preceding claims, incorporating manual controls or selectors enabled to allow a user to indicate a specific state of operation.

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