How to optimize this lever mechanism

[rollcast]

I have a friend who has a small workshop and he's looking to build a mechanism to help him burn the oil off metal parts(don't ask why, that's all he said and I could be bothered asking),

So far he's got a decent gravity fed system that cleans the bearings and then passes them on to this stage, here he wants to blast the bits with a torch to burn anything off them and then tip them onto the adapted rock tumbler he uses to polish them.

We have came up with this design that consists of a double pivoted lever arm with a basket type of affair on the second hinge. the parts drop into the basket from above, the lever is pushed down which will bit the basket up into the torch flame, then the lever will be pushed up and the basket will tip the contents out into a rack to cool?

Any ideas on how to connect this more efficiently?

 

[eljose79]

I would suggest looking into using a controlled heating source instead of a torch. Torches can be dangerous and difficult to control, which could lead to accidents or uneven heating of the metal parts. Instead, consider using a heating element or an oven specifically designed for burning off oil or other contaminants from metal parts. This will provide a more consistent and controlled heat source, resulting in more efficient and effective cleaning of the parts. Additionally, it may be helpful to incorporate a timer or temperature control to ensure that the parts are not overheated or underheated. Overall, using a controlled heating source will not only be safer but also more efficient and effective for your friend's workshop needs.