Underside Cleaning of Poultry Holder Support Structures
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for cleaning poultry holder support structures are inefficient and labor-intensive, often leading to incomplete disinfection and the spread of diseases during poultry transport, as they require extensive resources and are not easily mechanized.
Innovation Solution
A device and method for mechanized emptying and underside cleaning of poultry holders, utilizing a liquid bath accessible from the top to immerse only the underside of the support structure, coupled with transport means to ensure thorough disinfection and efficient liquid use.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If the whole support structure is sprayed down for cleaning, then complete cleaning coverage is achieved, but considerable work, large amount of cleaning liquid and special cleaning area are required
Solution Approach 1:
The invention segments the cleaning task by dividing the support structure into two parts: the poultry holders (removed and cleaned separately) and the support structure itself (cleaned in place). The cleaning system further segments the support structure surface into the upper side (not requiring cleaning) and the underside (requiring cleaning), applying cleaning measures only where necessary.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention applies local quality by recognizing that different parts of the support structure have different cleaning requirements. The upper side, which contacts the poultry holders during transport, does not require cleaning, while the underside, which contacts the ground and may accumulate dirt, requires cleaning. This selective cleaning approach uses resources efficiently while maintaining hygiene.
2Reliability
If the whole support structure is sprayed down for cleaning, then complete disinfection is achieved, but a large amount of cleaning liquid is consumed
Solution Approach 1:
The invention applies local quality by recognizing that different parts of the support structure have different cleaning requirements. The upper side, which contacts the poultry holders during transport, does not require cleaning, while the underside, which contacts the ground and may accumulate dirt, requires cleaning. This selective cleaning approach uses resources efficiently while maintaining hygiene.
Solution Approach 2:
The invention uses partial action by cleaning only the necessary portion of the support structure (the underside) rather than the entire structure. This partial cleaning approach is sufficient to prevent disease spread while significantly reducing cleaning liquid consumption compared to complete spraying.
3Ease of operation
If manual cleaning methods are used, then flexibility is maintained, but the cleaning process cannot be easily mechanized and requires considerable labor
Solution Approach 1:
The invention segments the cleaning task by dividing the support structure into two parts: the poultry holders (removed and cleaned separately) and the support structure itself (cleaned in place). The cleaning system further segments the support structure surface into the upper side (not requiring cleaning) and the underside (requiring cleaning), applying cleaning measures only where necessary.
Solution Approach 2:
The support structure serves itself during the cleaning process by being positioned on its side, allowing gravity to assist the cleaning liquid to flow over the underside surface. The structure's own geometry and positioning enable the cleaning process without requiring complex mechanized systems, achieving a balance between automation and simplicity.
Applied Scientific Principles
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Function Achieved in This Case
This approach effectively reduces disease transmission by ensuring thorough underside disinfection, requires less resources and labor, and can be integrated with existing automated processes, improving hygiene and logistical efficiency.
Implementation Method 1
a liquid bath accessible to the support structure from the upper side; transport means provided with at least one displaceable support surface for supporting the support structure, which transport means lead from the unloading system to the liquid bath and subsequently through and out of the liquid bath such that only the underside of the support structure is immersed in the liquid bath
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AI summary
The invention relates to a device for mechanized emptying of poultry holders and subsequent cleaning of a support structure of the emptied poultry holders on an underside only. The invention also relates to a method for mechanized emptying of poultry holders and subsequent cleaning of a support structure of the emptied poultry holders on an underside only.