Steam cleaning and sterilizing device for fermentation tank

By using a hollow rotary rod to drive the scraper to clean the dirt and adjust the height in the steam cleaning and sterilization device of the fermenter, the problem of steam nozzle blockage is solved, and the continuous steam sterilization effect and stable operation of the equipment are achieved.

CN222294066UActive Publication Date: 2025-01-03SKANRUI BIOPHARMACEUTICAL (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421029091.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-13
Publication Date
2025-01-03
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-13

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Technical Problem

After long-term use, the steam nozzle of the fermenter is easily blocked due to dirt attached, resulting in a decrease in the steam injection effect, affecting the cleaning effect and the normal operation of the equipment.

Method used

A steam cleaning and sterilization device including hollow rotary rods, cleaning mechanisms and lifting mechanisms is designed to clean the surface dirt of the evaporator box through scrapers to ensure the unobstructed steam, and adjust the height through the lifting mechanism to adapt to fermentation tanks of different sizes to improve the device. security and widespread use.

Benefits of technology

Effectively clean the spray holes of the evaporation box, maintain the steam sterilization effect, reduce the risk of equipment failure and damage, and improve the cleaning effect and the safety and applicability of the device.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of fermentation equipment, and discloses a steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank, which comprises the fermentation tank, a water tank is arranged above the fermentation tank, a hollow rotating rod is arranged in the fermentation tank, and the hollow rotating rod penetrates through the water tank and is rotatably connected with the water tank; the rotating mechanism is fixedly mounted at the top of the water tank; the sweeping mechanism is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod; the evaporation mechanism is fixedly mounted at the top of the water tank; and the cleaning mechanism is rotationally mounted at the bottom of the hollow rotating rod. The hollow rotating rod drives the circular ring block to rotate, the circular ring block drives the scraping piece to rub back and forth, and compared with a traditional device, the device is provided with the cleaning mechanism, dirt accumulated on the surface layer of the evaporation box is effectively cleaned under the action of the scraping piece, spraying holes of the evaporation box are kept smooth, and continuous steam sterilization can be conducted on the interior of the fermentation tank; and normal operation of equipment is maintained, and risks of faults and damage are reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of fermentation equipment, and more specifically, to a steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank. Background Art

[0002] Fermentation tanks are important equipment used in the production of food and medicine. The fermentation process requires maintaining a certain temperature and humidity, which provides conditions for the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms. Therefore, in order to ensure the quality and safety of the product, the fermentation tanks must be cleaned and sterilized frequently.

[0003] Steam cleaning is an efficient and environmentally friendly cleaning method. It uses high-temperature and high-pressure steam to clean various surfaces and equipment. Aim the steam nozzle or cleaning gun at the surface or equipment to be cleaned and start spraying steam. The angle and distance of the nozzle can be adjusted as needed to obtain the best cleaning effect. During the cleaning process, the spray position is continuously moved to evenly cover the entire cleaning area. However, after the nozzle has been working for a long time, the evaporation of the nozzle often deteriorates. The reason is that the attached dirt in the fermentation tank falls on the surface of the nozzle, thereby blocking the nozzle and making it difficult for steam to spray out. If it is not handled immediately, it will affect the injection and dispersion effect of the steam, thereby reducing the cleaning effect. Dirt will also block the nozzle or reduce the nozzle's injection force, making it impossible for the cleaning area to get sufficient steam coverage and impact. Therefore, it is necessary to propose a steam cleaning and sterilization device for fermentation tanks and improve and optimize it. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to overcome the deficiencies of the prior art, the utility model provides a steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank, which has the advantages of automatic cleaning and convenient lifting.

[0005] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank, comprising a fermentation tank, a water tank being provided above the fermentation tank, a hollow rotating rod being provided in the fermentation tank, the hollow rotating rod passing through the water tank and being rotatably connected to the water tank;

[0006] The rotating mechanism is fixedly installed on the top of the water tank;

[0007] The cleaning mechanism is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod;

[0008] The evaporation mechanism is fixedly installed on the top of the water tank;

[0009] The cleaning mechanism is rotatably mounted on the bottom of the hollow rotating rod;

[0010] Among them, the cleaning mechanism includes a circular block fixedly installed on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod, an evaporation box is rotatably installed on the bottom end of the hollow rotating rod, four fixed blocks are fixedly installed on the outer wall of the evaporation box, and scrapers are respectively hingedly installed on the four fixed blocks, and the four scrapers are all hinged to the outer wall of the circular block.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, an annular fixing frame is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the water tank, and a vehicle body is provided on the left side of the fermentation tank;

[0012] The lifting mechanism is rotatably mounted inside the vehicle body;

[0013] The limiting mechanism is fixedly installed inside the vehicle body;

[0014] Among them, the lifting mechanism includes a threaded rod rotatably mounted on the inner wall of the vehicle body, a ring-shaped fixing frame is threadedly sleeved on the outer wall of the threaded rod, a circular gear 2 is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the threaded rod, a motor is fixedly mounted on the inner wall of the bottom of the vehicle body, a circular gear 1 is fixedly mounted on the output shaft of the motor, and the circular gear 1 and the circular gear 2 are meshed with each other.

[0015] As an optimal technical solution of the present invention, the rotating mechanism includes a hydraulic cylinder fixedly mounted on the top of the water tank, a movable frame fixedly mounted on the output shaft of the hydraulic cylinder, an eccentric gear 2 is rotatably mounted on the side close to the movable frame, an eccentric gear 1 is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod, and the eccentric gear 1 and the eccentric gear 2 are meshed with each other.

[0016] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the cleaning mechanism includes a support frame fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod, and four roller brushes are rotatably mounted on the support frame.

[0017] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the evaporation mechanism includes a water pump fixedly installed on the top of the water tank, a water pipe 1 is fixedly installed on the top of the water tank, the top of the water pipe 1 is fixedly connected to the water inlet of the water pump, a water pipe 2 is fixedly installed on the water outlet of the water pump, and the bottom end of the water pipe 2 is fixedly connected to the top of the hollow rotating rod.

[0018] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the limiting mechanism includes a limiting slide bar fixedly mounted on the inner wall of the vehicle body, the limiting slide bar passes through the annular fixing frame and is slidably connected to the annular fixing frame.

[0019] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, a high mist nozzle is provided on the top of the evaporation box.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0021] 1. The utility model uses a hollow rotating rod to drive the circular block to rotate, and the circular block drives the scraper to scrape back and forth. Compared with the traditional device, the device is provided with a cleaning mechanism. Under the action of the scraper, the accumulated dirt on the surface of the evaporation box is effectively cleaned, and the spray holes of the evaporation box are kept unobstructed, so that the interior of the fermentation tank can be continuously steam sterilized, the normal operation of the equipment is maintained, and the risk of failure and damage is reduced.

[0022] 2. The utility model starts the motor, and the motor output shaft drives the threaded rod to rotate, and the rotation of the threaded rod drives the annular fixed frame to move up and down according to actual needs. Compared with the traditional device, the device is equipped with a lifting mechanism. When facing fermentation tanks of different sizes and heights, the height can be adjusted through the lifting mechanism to ensure that the equipment and the fermentation tank can be fully fitted, and steam leakage is prevented during the cleaning process, thereby improving the safety of the device and the wide range of use. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the roller brush structure of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of an eccentric gear of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 For this utility model Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of A in the middle;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the water tank structure of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the vehicle body structure of the present utility model.

[0029] In the figure: 1. Fermentation tank; 2. Water tank; 3. Hydraulic cylinder; 4. Movable frame; 5. Water pump; 6. Water pipe 1; 7. Water pipe 2; 8. Hollow rotating rod; 9. Eccentric gear 1; 10. Eccentric gear 2; 11. Support frame; 12. Roller brush; 13. Evaporation box; 14. Fixed block; 15. Circular ring block; 16. Scraper; 17. Annular fixed frame; 18. Car body; 19. Circular gear 2; 20. Threaded rod; 21. Limiting slide bar; 22. Motor; 23. Circular gear 1; 24. High mist nozzle. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0031] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, the utility model provides a steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank, comprising a fermentation tank 1, a water tank 2 is arranged above the fermentation tank 1, a hollow rotating rod 8 is arranged in the fermentation tank 1, the hollow rotating rod 8 passes through the water tank 2 and is rotatably connected to the water tank 2;

[0032] The rotating mechanism is fixedly mounted on the top of the water tank 2;

[0033] The cleaning mechanism is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod 8;

[0034] The evaporation mechanism is fixedly installed on the top of the water tank 2;

[0035] The cleaning mechanism is rotatably mounted on the bottom of the hollow rotating rod 8;

[0036] Among them, the cleaning mechanism includes a circular block 15 fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod 8, an evaporation box 13 is rotatably mounted on the bottom end of the hollow rotating rod 8, four fixed blocks 14 are fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the evaporation box 13, and scrapers 16 are respectively hingedly mounted on the four fixed blocks 14, and the four scrapers 16 are all hinged to the outer wall of the circular block 15.

[0037] The hollow rotating rod 8 drives the circular block 15 to rotate, and the circular block 15 drives the scraper 16 to scrape back and forth. Compared with the traditional device, the device is provided with a cleaning mechanism. Under the action of the scraper 16, the accumulated dirt on the surface of the evaporation box 13 is effectively cleaned, and the spray hole of the evaporation box 13 is kept unobstructed, so that the interior of the fermentation tank 1 can be continuously steam sterilized, the normal operation of the equipment is maintained, and the risk of failure and damage is reduced.

[0038] When the fermentation tank needs to be steam cleaned and sterilized, the staff first starts the water pump 5. Under the action of water pipe 1 6 and water pipe 2 7, the water in the water tank 2 enters the hollow rotating rod 8 and flows into the evaporation box 13 through the hollow rotating rod 8. Then the hydraulic cylinder 3 is started. The output shaft of the hydraulic cylinder 3 drives the movable frame 4 to reciprocate. The eccentric gear 2 10 and the eccentric gear 1 9 are engaged. The movable frame 4 drives the eccentric gear 2 10 and the eccentric gear 1 9 to rotate. The eccentric gear 1 9 drives the hollow rotating rod 8 to rotate. The hollow rotating rod 8 drives the support frame 11 to rotate. The roller brush 12 contacts the inner wall of the fermentation tank 1, and the roller brush 12 rotates under the action of the support frame 11 and the inner wall force, effectively removing stubborn stains and other attachments on the inner wall. During the cleaning process, dirt will accumulate on the surface of the evaporation box 13. At the same time, the hollow rotating rod 8 drives the circular block 15 to rotate, and the circular block 15 drives the scraper 16 to scrape back and forth. Compared with the traditional device, this device is equipped with a cleaning mechanism, which effectively cleans the accumulated dirt on the surface of the evaporation box 13 under the action of the scraper 16, keeping the spray holes of the evaporation box 13 unobstructed.

[0039] Among them, an annular fixing frame 17 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the water tank 2, and a vehicle body 18 is provided on the left side of the fermentation tank 1;

[0040] A lifting mechanism is rotatably mounted inside the vehicle body 18;

[0041] A limiting mechanism, fixedly mounted inside the vehicle body 18;

[0042] Among them, the lifting mechanism includes a threaded rod 20 rotatably mounted on the inner wall of the vehicle body 18, an annular fixing frame 17 is threadedly sleeved on the outer wall of the threaded rod 20, a circular gear 2 19 is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the threaded rod 20, a motor 22 is fixedly mounted on the inner wall of the bottom of the vehicle body 18, a circular gear 1 23 is fixedly mounted on the output shaft of the motor 22, and the circular gear 1 23 and the circular gear 2 19 are meshed.

[0043] The device of the utility model starts the motor 22, and the output shaft of the motor 22 drives the threaded rod 20 to rotate, and the rotation of the threaded rod 20 drives the annular fixing frame 17 to move up and down according to actual needs. Compared with the traditional device, the device is provided with a lifting mechanism. When facing fermentation tanks of different sizes and heights, the height can be adjusted by the lifting mechanism to ensure that the equipment and the fermentation tank can be fully fitted, and steam leakage is prevented during the cleaning process, thereby improving the safety of the device and the wide range of use.

[0044] When preparing to clean the equipment, the staff first moves the vehicle body 18 to the side of the fermentation tank 1, and then starts the motor 22. The output shaft of the motor 22 drives the threaded rod 20 to rotate. The rotation of the threaded rod 20 drives the annular fixing frame 17 to adjust according to the height of the fermentation tank 1. At the same time, the limiting slide bar 21 is used to effectively limit the annular fixing frame 17 during its movement adjustment to prevent the equipment from sliding or falling off during movement.

[0045] Among them, the rotating mechanism includes a hydraulic cylinder 3 fixedly installed on the top of the water tank 2, a movable frame 4 is fixedly installed on the output shaft of the hydraulic cylinder 3, an eccentric gear 2 10 is rotatably installed on the side close to the movable frame 4, and an eccentric gear 1 9 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod 8, and the eccentric gear 1 9 and the eccentric gear 2 10 are meshed with each other.

[0046] By starting the hydraulic cylinder 3, the output shaft of the hydraulic cylinder 3 drives the movable frame 4 to reciprocate, the eccentric gear 2 10 and the eccentric gear 1 9 engage, the movable frame 4 drives the eccentric gear 2 10 and the eccentric gear 1 9 to rotate, and the eccentric gear 1 9 drives the hollow rotating rod 8 to rotate. The transmission and conversion between different axes are realized through the rotational motion of the gears, thereby realizing the functions of speed regulation and torque transmission.

[0047] The cleaning mechanism includes a support frame 11 fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod 8 , and four roller brushes 12 are rotatably mounted on the support frame 11 .

[0048] The support frame 11 is driven to rotate by the hollow rotating rod 8, and the roller brush 12 contacts the inner wall of the fermentation tank 1. The roller brush 12 rotates under the action of the support frame 11 and the inner wall force, effectively removing stubborn stains and other attachments on the inner wall, making the cleaning work more thorough.

[0049] Among them, the evaporation mechanism includes a water pump 5 fixedly installed on the top of the water tank 2, a water pipe 6 fixedly installed on the top of the water tank 2, the top of the water pipe 6 is fixedly connected to the water inlet of the water pump 5, and a water pipe 2 7 is fixedly installed on the water outlet of the water pump 5, and the bottom end of the water pipe 2 7 is fixedly connected to the top of the hollow rotating rod 8.

[0050] By starting the water pump 5, under the action of water pipe 1 6 and water pipe 2 7, the water in the water tank 2 enters the hollow rotating rod 8 and is then collected into the evaporation box 13 through the hollow rotating rod 8. The water pump can increase the water pressure and provide sufficient water pressure to ensure that the water reaches the required place, thereby providing a continuous and stable water supply capability for the equipment.

[0051] The limiting mechanism includes a limiting slide bar 21 fixedly mounted on the inner wall of the vehicle body 18 . The limiting slide bar 21 passes through the annular fixing frame 17 and is slidably connected to the annular fixing frame 17 .

[0052] The device of the utility model is provided with a limiting slide bar 21 to effectively limit the annular fixing frame 17 during the movement adjustment of the annular fixing frame 17, thereby preventing the equipment from sliding or falling off during the cleaning process, thereby improving the stability and safety of the device.

[0053] The top of the evaporation box 13 is provided with a high mist nozzle 24 .

[0054] By setting the high mist nozzle 24, the liquid can be atomized into very fine particles, forming a uniform and delicate mist spray. Compared with the traditional nozzle, the spray particle size of the high mist nozzle is smaller and more uniform, making the spray more delicate and soft, thereby evenly covering the entire cleaning area.

[0055] The working principle and use process of this utility model:

[0056] When the fermentation tank needs to be steam cleaned and sterilized, the staff first starts the water pump 5. Under the action of water pipe 1 6 and water pipe 2 7, the water in the water tank 2 enters the hollow rotating rod 8 and flows into the evaporation box 13 through the hollow rotating rod 8. Then the hydraulic cylinder 3 is started. The output shaft of the hydraulic cylinder 3 drives the movable frame 4 to reciprocate. The eccentric gear 2 10 and the eccentric gear 1 9 are engaged. The movable frame 4 drives the eccentric gear 2 10 and the eccentric gear 1 9 to rotate. The eccentric gear 1 9 drives the hollow rotating rod 8 to rotate. The hollow rotating rod 8 drives the support frame 11 to rotate. The roller brush 12 contacts the inner wall of the fermentation tank 1, and the roller brush 12 rotates under the action of the support frame 11 and the inner wall force, effectively removing stubborn stains and other attachments on the inner wall. During the cleaning process, dirt will accumulate on the surface of the evaporation box 13. At the same time, the hollow rotating rod 8 drives the circular block 15 to rotate, and the circular block 15 drives the scraper 16 to scrape back and forth. Compared with the traditional device, this device is equipped with a cleaning mechanism, which effectively cleans the accumulated dirt on the surface of the evaporation box 13 under the action of the scraper 16, keeping the spray holes of the evaporation box 13 unobstructed.

[0057] When preparing to clean the equipment, the staff first moves the vehicle body 18 to the side of the fermentation tank 1, and then starts the motor 22. The output shaft of the motor 22 drives the threaded rod 20 to rotate. The rotation of the threaded rod 20 drives the annular fixing frame 17 to adjust according to the height of the fermentation tank 1. At the same time, the limiting slide bar 21 is used to effectively limit the annular fixing frame 17 during its movement adjustment to prevent the equipment from sliding or falling off during movement.

[0058] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as first and second, etc., are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "comprises," "comprising," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that includes a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not explicitly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0059] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank, comprising a fermentation tank (1), characterized in that: A water tank (2) is arranged above the fermentation tank (1), and a hollow rotating rod (8) is arranged inside the fermentation tank (1), wherein the hollow rotating rod (8) penetrates the water tank (2) and is rotatably connected to the water tank (2); A rotating mechanism, fixedly mounted on the top of the water tank (2); A cleaning mechanism is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod (8); An evaporation mechanism, fixedly mounted on the top of the water tank (2); A cleaning mechanism is rotatably mounted on the bottom of the hollow rotating rod (8); The cleaning mechanism comprises a circular ring block (15) fixedly mounted on the outer wall of a hollow rotating rod (8); an evaporation box (13) is rotatably mounted on the bottom end of the hollow rotating rod (8); four fixed blocks (14) are fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the evaporation box (13); scrapers (16) are respectively hingedly mounted on the four fixed blocks (14); and the four scrapers (16) are all hingedly mounted on the outer wall of the circular ring block (15).

2. A steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: An annular fixing frame (17) is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the water tank (2), and a vehicle body (18) is arranged on the left side of the fermentation tank (1); A lifting mechanism, rotatably mounted inside the vehicle body (18); A limiting mechanism, fixedly mounted inside the vehicle body (18); The lifting mechanism comprises a threaded rod (20) rotatably mounted on the inner wall of a vehicle body (18); an annular fixing frame (17) is threadedly sleeved on the outer wall of the threaded rod (20); a second circular gear (19) is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the threaded rod (20); a motor (22) is fixedly mounted on the inner wall of the bottom of the vehicle body (18); a first circular gear (23) is fixedly mounted on the output shaft of the motor (22); and the first circular gear (23) and the second circular gear (19) are meshed with each other.

3. A steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating mechanism comprises a hydraulic cylinder (3) fixedly mounted on the top of the water tank (2); a movable frame (4) is fixedly mounted on the output shaft of the hydraulic cylinder (3); an eccentric gear 2 (10) is rotatably mounted on the adjacent side of the movable frame (4); an eccentric gear 1 (9) is fixedly mounted on the outer wall of the hollow rotating rod (8); and the eccentric gear 1 (9) and the eccentric gear 2 (10) are meshed with each other.

4. A steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cleaning mechanism comprises a support frame (11) fixedly mounted on the outer wall of a hollow rotating rod (8), and four roller brushes (12) are rotatably mounted on the support frame (11).

5. The steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The evaporation mechanism comprises a water pump (5) fixedly mounted on the top of a water tank (2); a water pipe (6) is fixedly mounted on the top of the water tank (2); the top end of the water pipe (6) is fixedly connected to the water inlet of the water pump (5); a water pipe (7) is fixedly mounted on the water outlet of the water pump (5); the bottom end of the water pipe (7) is fixedly connected to the top end of a hollow rotating rod (8).

6. A steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The limiting mechanism comprises a limiting sliding rod (21) fixedly mounted on the inner wall of the vehicle body (18); the limiting sliding rod (21) penetrates the annular fixing frame (17) and is slidably connected to the annular fixing frame (17).

7. The steam cleaning and sterilizing device for a fermentation tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the evaporation box (13) is provided with a high mist nozzle (24).