JP2002282743A - Forcibly feeding and spraying apparatus for fitontsidy- extracted liquid - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a practical and useful apparatus for business use for spraying a fitontsidy-extracted liquid which is an effective ingredient in forest bathing, to a lobby of an inn or hotel, a conference room, a waiting room of a station, a public bath room, a dressing room or the like, which many people use, if necessary each room or the like of the inn or the hotel through a duct. SOLUTION: A pressure tank 3 for the fitontsidy extracted liquid W, a liquid feed compressor C1 for forcibly feeding the extract liquid and a compressor C2 for spraying the extracted liquid are incorporated in a main body case 1 provided with a controller. An air feed tube 10 for compressed air forcibly fed from the compressor for spraying and a liquid feed tube 6 for the extracted liquid forcibly fed from the pressure tank 3 by the liquid fed compressor C1 are extended and pipe-arranged to a spray nozzle 24. The fitontsidy extracted liquid W forcibly fed to the spray nozzle 24 is jetted and sprayed from the spray nozzle by the compressed air forcibly fed from the compressor C2 for spraying.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a phytoncide extract used for artificially cultivating a forest bathing environment by spraying an extract of phytoncide, a volatile substance produced by conifers, into the air. And a pressure spray device.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, phytoncide, which is a volatile substance produced by conifers such as hinoki, pine and cedar, is effective as an active ingredient in forest bathing and has antibacterial, bactericidal and repellent effects. Alternatively, it is known that this also has a positive effect on the preservation of freshness of plants.

[0003] Therefore, this kind of phytontide is separated and extracted from the components of the leaves of the coniferous tree before the step of obtaining “a plant freshness maintaining and germination inhibitor” described in JP-B-7-25647. "Phytoncide extraction device" described in Japanese Utility Model Registration No. 30051094
Etc., and effective use for various purposes is being sought.

For example, in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open Nos. Hei 8-182942, the main component of the "artificial forest bath generator" is disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open Nos. 9-10537, 10626, and 56.
No. 802, Japanese Patent No. 3060282, Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 9-89317.
Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2001-4186 discloses a method and apparatus for purifying air in a living room, and Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open Publication No. 2001-4186 proposes an effective utilization as a part of air purification.

On the other hand, in many inns, hotels, and restaurants with a log house style, in order to obtain the atmosphere of a forest bath by obtaining the incense of a new tree, it is necessary to renovate, not only when renovating, but also when renovating. At times, new trees such as cypress, pine, cedar, etc. are often used in rooms, corridors, bathrooms, wallboards, etc., but they change over time, and the smell of wood and components of incense disappear. become.

[0006]

Therefore, in the related art, it is necessary to regularly renovate the building to create a new atmosphere.
In some cases, repeated refurbishment is against the effective use of resources and is not a favorable situation.

Therefore, according to the present invention, it is possible to easily create an atmosphere of a forest bath by using a phytoncide extract, regardless of whether the interior of a building is new or old, particularly at a ryokan, a hotel, a restaurant, etc. where a large number of people enter and leave. In particular, the present inventor has focused on providing a practical and useful device for business use as described above.

[0008]

Specifically, in claim 1, the phytoncide extract is sprayed into the air,
A device that artificially brings out the environment and effects of forest bathing,
In a main body case equipped with a control device, a pressurized tank for phytoncide extract, a liquid feed compressor for pumping the extract, and a compressor for spraying the extract are incorporated.
An air supply tube for pressurized air sent from the spray compressor and a liquid feed tube for phytoncide extract pumped from the pressurized tank by the liquid feed compressor are extended to the phytoncide extract spray nozzle. And a phytoncide extract pumping and spraying apparatus configured so that the phytoncide extract pumped to the spray nozzle is ejected from the spray nozzle and atomized by pressurized air fed from a spray compressor. Was offered.

[0009] Thus, regardless of whether the interior of the building is new or old,
The phytoncide extract, an active ingredient in forest bathing, can be sent to the inns and hotel lobbies and conference rooms, station waiting rooms, public baths and dressing rooms used by many people, etc. By spraying mist into each hotel room, etc., these parts artificially create a healthy and natural atmosphere of forest bathing, and provide people there with mental peace of mind and a relaxing healing environment. Produced,
In addition, it also has an effect of preventing the occurrence of cockroaches and various germs in mites and kitchens, and has a repellent effect.

[0010] In addition, when the phytoncide extract is sprayed under pressure, the apparatus main body equipped with a control device is installed near the administrator, and the spray case equipped with the spray nozzle is set in a suitable place indoors. Operation and maintenance of the system can be performed easily and efficiently at any time.

According to a second aspect of the present invention, a pressure reducing valve is connected to a pressurized air supply tube connecting the pressurized tank and the liquid supply compressor, among the air supply tube and the liquid supply tube provided inside the main body case. A check valve is connected to a liquid feed tube fed from the pressurized tank, and a liquid feed valve is connected to a liquid feed tube connecting the pressurized tank and the liquid feed tank. In this way, the equipment for pressure feeding and replenishment of the phytoncide extract is housed compactly in the main body case, and is piped.

According to a third aspect of the present invention, the spray nozzle is assembled to the spray case, and the end of the liquid feed tube and the end of the air feed tube are connected to the main body of the spray nozzle.
A liquid feed stop valve is connected immediately before the end of the liquid feed tube, an air vent valve is branched and connected immediately before the liquid feed stop valve, and a bypass tube is connected to the air vent valve. Therefore, by closing the liquid feed stop valve and opening the air release valve, the residual liquid in the pressurized tank and the liquid feed tube is collected, or the inside of the pipe and the waste liquid are collected.

In particular, the properties of the extract are different, for example,
Replace the oil-based phytoncide extract with the water-soluble phytoncide extract, or use the phytoncide extract of a different tree, etc. to change the effect and sensuality of the forest bath. This is advantageous for eliminating the influence of the residual liquid.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, the pressurized tank is provided with a liquid level sensor for detecting a lower limit liquid level thereof, and the signal from the liquid level sensor stops the operation of the liquid feeding compressor and sets the spray case in the spray case. The built-in liquid feed stop valve is closed. As a result, the extract filled in the liquid feed tube due to the residual pressure of the compressor is prevented from dripping from the ejection nozzle and preventing unexpected ejection.

[0015]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.
1 shows a schematic perspective view of an apparatus body provided with a control device shown in an upper position, a schematic view of a spray case provided with a spray nozzle shown in a lower position in FIG. 1, and a layout of the apparatus body case shown in FIG. A description will be given based on a front view, a cross-sectional view of the spray nozzle shown in FIG. 3, and a flow sheet diagram of the control procedure in FIG.

Reference numeral 1 denotes a box-shaped main body case having a size of 40 cm in height × 30 cm in width × 1 depth.
Except for the front part of the case, it is about 6 cm and surrounds both left and right side parts, the rear part, the ceiling part, and the bottom part, and a door 2 is pivotally mounted on the front part. The capacity is approximately 1 on the inner bottom surface of the body case 1.
A sealed pressurized tank 3 of about 1 liter is housed and installed, and a liquid-feeding compressor C for pressure-feeding the phytoncide extract W stored in the pressurized tank 3 is provided adjacent to the pressurized tank 3.
1 is assembled. This liquid sending compressor C1 is:
In its capacity 0.2 kgf / cm ^2, the amount of discharge air 5l
/ Min.

Reference numeral 4 denotes an air supply pipe of the liquid supply compressor C1, more specifically, an air supply tube made of a synthetic resin, which connects between a discharge port thereof and an air supply port of the pressurized tank 3. In the middle of the air supply tube 4, a pressure reducing valve 5 which is electromagnetically operated is connected to release the pressure of the pressurizing tank 3 at the time of liquid supply described later. Reference numeral 6 denotes a supply pipe for the phytoncide extract W, that is, a liquid supply tube made of a synthetic resin processed with a fluororesin, and a connector 7 attached to the inside of the pressurized tank 3 and one side surface 1a of the main body case 1. A check valve 8 is connected in the middle of the liquid feed tube 6 to prevent back flow of the sent phytoncide extract W by electromagnetic operation.

C2 is a compressor mounted on the upper part of the main body case 1, and its air discharge port and the main body case 1
An air supply pipe for compressed air, that is, an air supply tube 10 made of a synthetic resin is connected between the connector 9 and the connector 9 attached to one side wall of the airbag. The compressor C2 sends compressed air to a spray nozzle 24 described later to thereby generate a phytoncide extract W
For atomization (mist formation), and is hereinafter referred to as a spray compressor C2. The compression capacity is 0.1 kgf / cm ² and the discharge air volume is 20 l / mi.
It is about n.

The pressurized tank 3 is provided with a liquid level tube 11 made of a synthetic resin which has been processed by a fluororesin to indicate the liquid level, and a liquid level sensor 12 is provided at a lower portion thereof. When the lower limit liquid level is detected, the operation of the entire apparatus is automatically stopped. Reference numeral 13 denotes a supply tank for the phytoncide extract W, which is raised and fixed to the side wall of the side of the main body case 1 and has a pipe lower end and a pressure tank 3 made of a synthetic resin made of fluororesin. They are connected by a liquid supply tube 14. In this case, instead of the liquid supply tank 13, a liquid supply tray 13a as shown in FIG.
Can be replenished.

Reference numeral 15 denotes a liquid supply valve connected to the liquid supply tube 14. The liquid level sensor 12 detects the lower limit liquid level of the pressurized tank 3 so as to stop the operation of the entire apparatus, particularly, the liquid feeding compressor. Stop C1. Then, by operating a liquid supply push button described later, the liquid supply valve 15 is automatically opened,
Liquid supply from the liquid supply tank 13 to the pressurized tank 3 is performed. Reference numeral 16 denotes a rattle plate provided at an upper portion of the side surface of the main body case 1, and takes in outside air into the main body case 1.

The liquid supply tank 13 is housed in the upper space of the main body case 1, or a part of a ceiling plate of the main body case 1 is made openable and closable so as to be dropped into the case and housed therein. Modifications such as attachment to the back surface of the opening / closing door 2 pivoted at 1 are conceivable.

An electric circuit protector 17 is incorporated in the main body case 1, a spray control sequencer 18 is provided on the back side of the door 2, and a power lamp 19 and a liquid supply push button are provided on the front side. 20, an air bleeding push button 21, and a selector switch 22 for switching between liquid spraying and cleaning in a pipe are laid out and assembled at appropriate positions to be electrically wired.

On the other hand, a box-shaped spray case 25 having a spray nozzle 24 (approximately 12 cm square) is provided at a location distant from the main body of the apparatus, for example, at an upper part of an indoor wall or a pillar or at a ceiling position. And a depth of about 5 cm) is attached or hung, and in some cases, is supported by a vertically installed spray stand (not shown) or the like so that the angle can be freely changed.

At one end and the other of the main body of the spray nozzle 24, the tip of a compressed air supply tube 26 which is piped on the floor, on the ceiling, or on the wall is used to supply the phytoncide extract W to the compressed air. Feeding tube, ie, a liquid feeding tube 2 made of synthetic resin processed with fluororesin
7 are connected. The base end of the air supply tube 26 is connected to the connector 9 on the body case 1 side, and the base end of the liquid supply tube 27 is connected to the connector 7 on the body case 1 side.

As shown in FIG. 3, in the main body of the spray nozzle 24, a compressed air ejection passage 28 having a small passage diameter at the distal end portion is formed at a substantially central position thereof.
A liquid supply passage 29 is formed diagonally forward and downward toward the constricted portion near the tip of the ejection passage 28. As a result, a small amount of the extraction liquid W that is pressed out from the outlet of the liquid supply passage 29 is drawn out by the compressed air from the ejection passage 28 and is ejected forward of the spray nozzle 24 to form a mist of about 10 μm. Become Reference numeral 30 denotes a needle valve for finely adjusting the amount of compressed air to be ejected.

Reference numeral 31 denotes a liquid feed stop valve incorporated in the spray case 25, which is connected near the distal end of the liquid feed tube 27, and is normally closed and controlled simultaneously with the stop of the liquid feed compressor C1. Reference numeral 32 denotes an air vent valve incorporated in the spray case 25, which is branched and connected to the liquid feed tube 27 on the front side of the liquid feed stop valve 31, and after stopping the liquid feed, if necessary, the internal pressure of the liquid feed tube 27. To the atmosphere. 33 is a bypass tube connected to the air vent valve 32,
During the recovery of the residual liquid in the pressurized tank 3 and the liquid feed tubes 6 and 27 and the cleaning of the tube including the liquid feed tube 27, the washing waste liquid is collected from the bypass tube 33 to a collection container (not shown). You.

The apparatus main body 1 having the control device is
A spray case 25 equipped with a spray nozzle 24 and installed near or inside the counter of an inn or hotel
Is set in a suitable place indoors, such as a lobby where many people gather,
Both are connected by an air supply tube 26, a liquid supply tube 27, and a bypass tube 33. At that time, the three tubes 26, 27, and 33 are bundled and inserted into a vinyl chloride tube, and piping is performed by using a wall or an indoor corner near which the tube is not noticeable.

When the power of the apparatus main body is turned on, the liquid feeding compressor C1 and the spraying compressor C2 start to operate in sequence, and first, the internal pressure of the pressurized tank 3 is increased to a set pressure. The phytoncide extract W stored therein is pumped toward the spray nozzle 24 through the liquid feed tubes 6 and 27, and compressed air is passed from the tip of the spray nozzle 24 through the air feed tubes 10 and 26. Spew out. Specifically, as shown in the schematic cross-sectional view of FIG. 3, the extract W that is pressed out from the outlet of the liquid supply passage 29 in the spray nozzle 24 is drawn out by compressed air from the compressed air ejection passage 28, When jetted forward of the spray nozzle 24, the mist becomes a mist of about 10 microns and is atomized.

As a result, the phytoncide component, which has the effect of a forest bath, volatilizes indoors and gradually diffuses and fills while drifting, thereby creating an artificial atmosphere of the forest bath. At this time, the degree of mist diffusion and atomization etc.
0 is optimally adjusted. Thereafter, the room is maintained and managed in an artificial forest bath environment by automatically performing continuous control, intermittent control, or manually turning on and off the power by manual control.

At this time, when the operation of the liquid feeding compressor C1 and the spraying compressor C2 is stopped by turning off the power, the liquid feeding stop valve 31 is closed in conjunction therewith. Also,
When the extraction liquid W in the pressurized tank 3 reaches the lower limit liquid level, the liquid level sensor 12 detects this and controls the closing of the liquid supply stop valve 31 to the spray nozzle 24, and also stops the operation of the compressors C1 and C2. . As a result, the extract W filled in the liquid feed tubes 6 and 27 is reduced by the residual pressure of the compressor C1.
Liquid dripping from the ejection nozzle 24 and unexpected ejection are prevented.

Upon receiving a signal indicating that the pressurized tank 3 is empty,
When the compressors C1 and C2 stop operating, FIG.
As shown in FIG. 5, when the liquid supply push button 20 is operated, first, the pressure reducing valve 5 of the pressurized tank 3 is opened, and 0.5 seconds after the pressurized state of the pressurized tank 3 is released, the liquid supply valve is operated. 15 is automatically opened. Thereby, the phytoncide extract W in the liquid supply tank 13 flows into the pressurized tank 3 and is replenished. After the supply of the liquid to the pressurized tank 3 is completed, the automatic operation mode is again entered, and the spraying from the spray nozzle 24 is restarted by sequentially operating the liquid sending compressor C1 and the spraying compressor C2. These operate based on the control procedure data input to the sequencer 18.

The phytoncide extract W having a different property, for example, replacing an oily phytoncide extract with a water-soluble phytoncide extract, or
If you want to artificially enjoy the effect of forest bathing with phytoncide extract from different trees, pressurized tank 3
Is emptied, the liquid feed stop valve 31 is closed, and the air vent valve 32 is opened to open the liquid feed tube 6 from the pressurized tank 3 and the liquid remaining in the liquid feed tube 27 to the spray nozzle 24. Is collected from the bypass tube 33 into a collection container (not shown), and the phytoncide extract W exhibiting different functions is supplied from the liquid supply tank 13 to the pressurized tank 3.

At this time, in order to enjoy forest bathing with the phytoncide extract W having different properties, the liquid supply tank 1 must be prepared in advance.
After the cleaning liquid is supplied from the pressure tank 3 to the pressurized tank 3, the liquid feeding compressor C1 is operated to clean the inside of the pipe from the pressurized tank 3 to the liquid supply tube 6 and the liquid supply tube 27, and then the bypass tube By collecting the washing waste liquid from 33, the influence of the residual liquid in the pressurized tank 3 and the liquid feed tubes 6 and 27 is eliminated.

[0034]

According to the present invention, as described in claim 1,
In a main body case equipped with a control device, a pressurized tank for phytoncide extract, a liquid feed compressor for pumping the extract, and a compressor for spraying the extract are incorporated.
An air supply tube for pressurized air sent from the spray compressor and a liquid feed tube for phytoncide extract pumped from the pressurized tank by the liquid feed compressor are extended to the phytoncide extract spray nozzle. And a phytoncide extract pumping and spraying device configured to spray and atomize the phytoncide extract from the spray nozzle by pressurized air pumped from a spray compressor. Has the following effects.

With this apparatus, phytoncide extract, which is an active ingredient of a forest bath, can be used regardless of whether the interior of a building is new or old.
To the lobby and meeting room of an inn or hotel, a waiting room at a station, a public bath or a dressing room used by many people, etc.
By atomizing and spraying each room of inns and hotels through the air duct, these places artificially create a healthy and natural atmosphere of forest bathing, and provide people with mental peace In addition, a relaxing and healing environment is created, and it also has the effect of preventing the occurrence of cockroaches and germs in mites and kitchens, and also has the effect of repelling.

In addition, when the phytoncide extract is sprayed under pressure, the apparatus main body equipped with a control device is installed near the administrator, and the spray case equipped with the spray nozzle is set in a suitable place indoors. It is convenient and efficient to operate and maintain it, and it is convenient to timely check its timing.

According to the present invention, a pressure reducing valve is connected to a pressurized air supply tube connecting the pressurized tank and the liquid supply compressor, out of an air supply tube and a liquid supply tube provided inside the main body case. By connecting a check valve to the liquid feed tube that is pumped from the pressurized tank and connecting the feed valve to the feed tube that connects the pressurized tank and the feed tank, the phytoncide extract is pumped to the main body case. The equipment for replenishment and storage are compactly housed and plumbed, making the device body very space-saving.

According to a third aspect of the present invention, the spray nozzle is assembled to the spray case, and the end of the liquid feed tube and the end of the air feed tube are connected to the main body of the spray nozzle.
The liquid feed stop valve is connected immediately before the end of the liquid feed tube, the air vent valve is branched and connected immediately before the liquid feed stop valve, and the bypass tube is connected to the air vent valve. By closing the valve and opening the air vent valve, it is possible to recover the residual liquid in the pressurized tank and its liquid feed tube, or it is reasonable to wash the pipe and recover the waste liquid.
Moreover, it can be easily performed. Therefore, the properties of the extract are different, for example, by replacing the oil-based phytoncide extract with a water-soluble phytoncide extract, or by using a phytoncide extract having a different tree, etc.
In enjoying the effects of forest bathing, it is advantageous to eliminate the effects of residual liquid in the pressurized tank and the liquid feed tube.

According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, the pressurized tank is provided with a liquid level sensor for detecting the lower limit liquid level, and the signal from the liquid level sensor stops the operation of the liquid feeding compressor, and the spray tank is provided with a signal. Because the built-in liquid feed stop valve is closed, the extract filled in the liquid feed tube dripping from the jet nozzle due to the residual pressure of the compressor,
Prevent accidental eruption.

In particular, conventionally, in many inns, hotels, and log-house-style restaurants, in order to obtain an incense of a new tree to obtain a forest bath-like atmosphere as a matter of course, not only at the time of refurbishment At the time of renovation, new trees such as hinoki, pine, and cedar belonging to conifers are frequently used in rooms, corridors, bathrooms, wallboards, etc., and they change over time to lose the smell and incense of wood. The renovation is being repeated regularly to create a new atmosphere, but the equipment can artificially create a forest bathing environment. It can be eliminated and contributes to effective use of resources.

[Brief description of the drawings]

FIG. 1 shows a schematic perspective view of an apparatus body provided with a control device at an upper position, and a schematic view of a spray case provided with a spray nozzle at a lower position.

FIG. 2 is a front view showing a layout of the apparatus main body.

FIG. 3 is a sectional view showing the inside of the main body of the spray nozzle.

FIG. 4 is a flow sheet diagram of a control procedure.

[Explanation of symbols]

 W Phytoncide extract C1 Compressor for liquid feed C2 Compressor for spraying 1 Main body case 2 Opening / closing door 3 Pressurized tank 4 Air supply tube 5 Pressure reducing valve 6 Liquid supply tube 7, 9 Connector 8 Check valve 10 Air supply tube 11 Liquid level tube Reference Signs List 12 Liquid level sensor 13 Liquid supply tank 14 Liquid supply tube 15 Liquid supply valve 16 Gully plate 17 Circuit protector 18 Sequencer 19 Power supply lamp 20 Liquid supply push button 21 Air release push button 22 Selector switch 24 Spray nozzle 25 Spray case 26 Air supply Tube 27 Liquid supply tube 28 Spout passage 29 Supply passage 30 Needle valve 31 Liquid supply stop valve 32 Air release valve 33 Bypass tube

Claims (4)

[Claims] 1. A phytoncide extract pressurized tank, a liquid feed compressor for pumping the extract, and a spray compressor for the extract are incorporated in a main body case equipped with a control device. An air supply tube for pressurized air to be pressure-fed, and a liquid supply tube for phytoncide extract liquid pressure-fed from the pressurized tank by the liquid-supply compressor, connected to the phytoncide extract spray nozzle; A phytoncide extract pumping and spraying device, wherein the phytoncide extract is pumped out from the spray nozzle and atomized by pressurized air fed from a spray compressor. 2. A pressure reducing valve is connected to a pressurized air supply tube connecting a pressurized tank and a liquid supply compressor, among an air supply tube and a liquid supply tube provided inside the main body case,
2. The phytoncide according to claim 1, wherein a check valve is connected to a liquid feed tube pressure-fed from the pressurized tank, and a liquid supply valve is connected to a liquid supply tube connecting the pressurized tank and a liquid supply tank for the phytoncide extract. A pressure spray device for the extract. 3. The spray nozzle is assembled to a spray case, and the end of the liquid feed tube and the end of the air feed tube are connected to the main body of the spray nozzle. The phytoncide extract pressure feeding / spraying device according to claim 1, wherein a liquid feed stop valve is connected, an air vent valve is branched and connected immediately before the liquid feed stop valve, and a bypass tube is connected to the air vent valve. 4. A pressurized tank is provided with a liquid level sensor for detecting the lower limit liquid level, and the signal from the liquid level sensor stops the operation of the liquid supply compressor and the liquid supply incorporated in the spray case. The pressure-feeding spraying device for phytoncide extract according to claim 1, wherein the stop valve is closed.