Fermentation machine capable of adjusting fermentation temperature back
By adopting a combination of a double-layer structure, heating pipe, cooling water pipe and back-temperature pipe in the fermenter, the problem of inefficient fermentation efficiency of the fermenter in multiple stages is solved, rapid temperature adjustment and precise temperature control are achieved, and fermentation efficiency and product quality are improved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421959896.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-08-14
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-15
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-08-14
AI Technical Summary
The existing fermentation machines require a long heating and cooling time during multi-stage fermentation, resulting in low fermentation efficiency and low temperature control accuracy, which affects the quality of fermentation products.
The structure of the double-layer fermentation tank is adopted, the inner layer is food-grade stainless steel, the outer layer is stainless steel, and the middle is filled with an insulation layer of polyurethane foam material. It combines a U-shaped heating pipe, a spiral cooling water pipe and an N-shaped return pipe to achieve rapid temperature increase and cooling, and precise temperature control is carried out through a temperature sensor.
It achieves rapid heating and cooling, shortens the fermentation cycle, improves fermentation efficiency, and ensures the quality of fermentation products through precise temperature control.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of fermenters, and more specifically, relates to a fermenter capable of callback fermentation temperature. Background Technique
[0002] A fermenter is a device used to control the fermentation process. It is commonly used in the fields of food, beverage, and biotechnology to assist in fermentation under certain temperature, humidity, and time conditions. The principle of the fermenter is to provide a suitable environment for the growth and metabolism of microorganisms by controlling temperature and humidity. The device uses heating and cooling systems to adjust the internal temperature to maintain the set fermentation conditions. During the fermentation process, microorganisms decompose raw materials at an appropriate temperature to produce the required fermentation products, such as yeast, acid, or alcohol. The device also provides a consistent fermentation environment by monitoring and adjusting environmental parameters, reducing the impact of external factors on the fermentation process, ensuring the stability and efficiency of the fermentation process, being able to precisely control the temperature during the fermentation process, ensuring the growth and metabolism of microorganisms under optimal conditions, and thus improving product quality and fermentation efficiency.
[0003] When existing fermenters perform multi-stage fermentation, they often require a long time for heating and cooling, resulting in low fermentation efficiency and low temperature control accuracy, which affects the quality of fermentation products. Summary of the Utility Model
[0004] In view of this, the utility model provides a fermenter capable of callback fermentation temperature, which can solve the problems that existing fermenters often require a long time for heating and cooling during multi-stage fermentation, resulting in low fermentation efficiency and low temperature control accuracy, and affecting the quality of fermentation products.
[0005] The utility model is implemented as follows:
[0006] The utility model provides a fermenter capable of callback fermentation temperature, which includes a fermentation tank body, a heat insulation layer, a temperature adjusting member, and a temperature return pipe. The fermentation tank body is of a cylindrical structure. The heat insulation layer is arranged in the inner wall of the fermentation tank body for heat preservation and insulation. The temperature adjusting member is arranged inside the fermentation tank body for adjusting the temperature inside the fermentation tank body by heating and cooling. The temperature adjusting member includes a heating member and a cooling member. The temperature return pipe is connected between the heating member and the cooling member for transferring part of the heat to the cooling member to achieve rapid cooling when the heating member works, and transferring part of the cold quantity to the heating member to achieve rapid heating when the cooling member works.
[0007] Based on the above technical solutions, the fermenter capable of callback fermentation temperature of the utility model can be further improved as follows:
[0008] Among them, the fermentation tank body is of a double-layer structure, including an inner layer and an outer layer. The heat insulation layer is fixed between the inner layer and the outer layer. The inner layer is made of food-grade stainless steel and is used to hold the fermentation materials; the outer layer is made of stainless steel and is used to protect the heat insulation layer.
[0009] Furthermore, the size of the heat insulation layer is the same as the side wall size of the fermentation tank body, and its interior is a hollow structure, and the interior of the hollow structure is filled with polyurethane foam material.
[0010] Furthermore, a feed inlet, an exhaust port and an observation window are provided at the top of the fermentation tank body; the feed inlet is used to add fermentation materials, the exhaust port is used to discharge the gas generated during the fermentation process, and the observation window is used to observe the state of the fermentation materials.
[0011] Furthermore, the heating element is a heating pipe, which is of a U-shaped structure and is fixed at the bottom of the fermentation tank body and is connected to a power source for heating the fermentation materials.
[0012] Furthermore, the cooling element is a cooling water pipe, which is arranged inside the fermentation tank body and spirally surrounds the fermentation tank body for reducing the temperature of the fermentation materials.
[0013] Furthermore, the heating element is of a multi-section structure, and each section is respectively connected to an independent power source for realizing precise temperature control in zones.
[0014] Furthermore, the cooling water pipe adopts a double-layer sleeve structure. The inner layer is a cooling water flow channel, and the outer layer is a heat insulation layer for reducing the heat loss during the flow of the cooling water to improve the cooling efficiency.
[0015] Furthermore, the temperature-returning pipe is of an "N" - shaped structure and is made of stainless steel that is heat-resistant and corrosion-resistant. One end of it is connected to the heating pipe, and the other end is connected to the cooling water pipe.
[0016] Furthermore, a temperature sensor is arranged inside the fermentation tank body for monitoring the temperature inside the fermentation tank body.
[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of a fermentation machine capable of callback fermentation temperature provided by the present utility model are:
[0018] Fermentation tank body: It is of a double-layer cylindrical structure. The inner layer is made of food-grade stainless steel and is used to hold the fermentation materials; the outer layer is made of stainless steel and is used to protect the heat insulation layer. The heat insulation layer is fixed between the inner and outer layers and is filled with polyurethane foam material to provide excellent heat insulation effect.
[0019] Heat insulation layer: Its size is the same as the side wall size of the tank body, and its interior is a hollow structure filled with polyurethane foam material to reduce the heat transfer and maintain a stable fermentation temperature.
[0020] Heating element: It is a U-shaped heating tube, fixed at the bottom of the tank body, connected to the power supply, and used to heat the fermentation materials.
[0021] Cooling element: It is a spiral cooling water pipe, surrounding the tank body, and used to reduce the temperature of the fermentation materials. The cooling water pipe has a double-layer sleeve structure, with the inner layer being the flow channel and the outer layer being the heat insulation layer to improve the cooling efficiency.
[0022] Temperature return pipe: It has an "N" shape structure, made of high-temperature resistant and stainless steel materials. One end is connected to the heating pipe, and the other end is connected to the cooling water pipe, and is used to achieve heat exchange between heating and cooling, and optimize the temperature adjustment speed.
[0023] The top is equipped with a feed port, an exhaust port and an observation window, which are convenient for adding materials, exhausting gas and observing the fermentation state.
[0024] A temperature sensor is arranged inside to monitor the temperature inside the tank body in real time.
[0025] Rapid heating and cooling: By setting the temperature return pipe to connect the heating element and the cooling element, and using the heat transfer function of the temperature return pipe, rapid heating and cooling are achieved, the fermentation cycle is shortened, and the fermentation efficiency is improved.
[0026] Function of the temperature return pipe:
[0027] Heating stage: When the heating pipe works, part of the heat is transferred to the cooling water pipe through the temperature return pipe to preheat the cooling water, reduce the time for the cooling water to cool the heating pipe, and achieve rapid cooling.
[0028] Cooling stage: When the cooling water pipe works, part of the cold quantity is transferred to the heating pipe through the temperature return pipe to precool the heating pipe, reduce the time for the heating pipe to heat the cooling water, and achieve rapid heating.
[0029] Precise temperature control: By adopting measures such as segmented heating, double-layer cooling water pipes, and real-time monitoring by temperature sensors, precise control of the temperature of the fermentation materials is achieved, and the quality of the fermentation products is guaranteed. Description of the drawings
[0030] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required to be used in the description of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.
[0031] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of a fermentation machine with a callable fermentation temperature;
[0032] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of the heating element;
[0033] Figure 3 It is a schematic structural diagram of the cooling part;
[0034] Figure 4 It is a schematic structural diagram of the top of the fermentation tank body;
[0035] In the attached drawings, the list of components represented by each reference numeral is as follows:
[0036] 10. Fermentation tank body; 11. Inner layer; 12. Outer layer; 20. Heat preservation layer; 30. Temperature regulating part; 31. Heating part; 32. Cooling part; 40. Temperature recovery pipe. Specific implementation mode
[0037] To make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the embodiments of the present utility model clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model.
[0038] As Figures 1-4 shown, it is an embodiment of a fermentation machine capable of callback fermentation temperature provided by the present utility model. In this embodiment, it includes a fermentation tank body 10, a heat preservation layer 20, a temperature regulating part 30 and a temperature recovery pipe 40. The fermentation tank body 10 is of a cylindrical structure. The heat preservation layer 20 is arranged in the inner wall of the fermentation tank body 10 for heat preservation and heat insulation; the temperature regulating part 30 is arranged inside the fermentation tank body 10 for regulating the temperature inside the fermentation tank body 10 by heating and cooling; the temperature regulating part 30 includes a heating part 31 and a cooling part 32. The temperature recovery pipe 40 is connected between the heating part 31 and the cooling part 32 for transferring part of the heat to the cooling part 32 to achieve rapid cooling when the heating part 31 works, and transferring part of the cold quantity to the heating part 31 to achieve rapid heating when the cooling part 32 works.
[0039] Among them, in the above technical solution, the fermentation tank body 10 is of a double-layer structure, including an inner layer 11 and an outer layer 12. The heat preservation layer 20 is fixed between the inner layer 11 and the outer layer 12. The inner layer 11 is made of food-grade stainless steel and is used for containing fermentation materials; the outer layer 12 is made of stainless steel and is used for protecting the heat preservation layer 20.
[0040] Further, in the above technical solution, the size of the heat preservation layer 20 is the same as the side wall size of the fermentation tank body 10, and the inside is a hollow structure, and the inside of the hollow structure is filled with polyurethane foam material.
[0041] Further, in the above technical solution, the top of the fermentation tank body 10 is provided with a feed inlet, an exhaust port and an observation window; the feed inlet is used for adding fermentation materials, the exhaust port is used for discharging the gas generated during the fermentation process, and the observation window is used for observing the state of the fermentation materials.
[0042] Further, in the above technical solution, the heating member 31 is a heating pipe, which is in a U-shaped structure, fixed at the bottom of the fermentation tank body 10, connected to a power source, and used to heat the fermentation materials.
[0043] Further, in the above technical solution, the cooling member 32 is a cooling water pipe, arranged inside the fermentation tank body 10, spirally surrounding the fermentation tank body 10, and used to reduce the temperature of the fermentation materials.
[0044] Further, in the above technical solution, the heating member 31 is in a multi-section structure, and each section is respectively connected to an independent power source, and used to achieve accurate temperature control in zones.
[0045] Further, in the above technical solution, the cooling water pipe adopts a double-layer sleeve structure, with the inner layer being the cooling water flow channel and the outer layer being the heat insulation layer, and used to reduce the heat loss of the cooling water during the flowing process to improve the cooling efficiency.
[0046] Further, in the above technical solution, the warming pipe 40 is in an "N" - shaped structure, made of high - temperature - resistant and corrosion - resistant stainless steel material, with one end connected to the heating pipe and the other end connected to the cooling water pipe.
[0047] Further, in the above technical solution, a temperature sensor is arranged inside the fermentation tank body 10, and used to monitor the temperature inside the fermentation tank body 10.
[0048] Specifically, the principle of the present utility model is as follows: Ensure that each component of the fermenter, such as the heating pipe, the cooling water pipe, the warming pipe, and the temperature sensor, etc., are firmly installed and work properly. Ensure that the heating pipe and the cooling water pipe are respectively connected to the power source and the water source, and check whether the connections are secure. Before the first use or each use, clean the fermentation tank body and all components that come into contact with the fermentation materials to ensure there are no contaminants. Set the required fermentation temperature range according to the requirements of the fermentation materials. Usually, it can be set through the control panel or regulator. Open the feeding port at the top and add the materials to be fermented. Ensure that the added materials are evenly distributed in the tank body.
[0049] Enclosed tank: After the feeding is completed, ensure that the feed inlet and other openings (such as observation windows) are well closed to avoid heat and gas leakage. Start the heating pipes and cooling water pipes. The control system of the equipment will adjust according to the set temperature. Observe the data display of the temperature sensor to ensure that the fermentation temperature is maintained within the required range. The equipment will automatically adjust the heating and cooling systems to maintain a stable fermentation environment. Regularly check the observation window to confirm the state of the fermentation material, such as whether the fermentation is normal and whether there is abnormal gas emission. Adjust the temperature setting or other parameters according to the actual situation during the fermentation process. When the fermentation process is completed, stop the heating and cooling systems. If necessary, the equipment can be turned off through the control panel. Open the exhaust port to discharge the gas generated during the fermentation process. After removing the fermentation material, clean the fermentation tank and its internal components to ensure no residues. Regularly check each component of the equipment to ensure that the heating pipes, cooling pipes, temperature sensors, etc. are working properly and perform necessary maintenance and servicing.
Claims
1. A fermenter capable of calling back the fermentation temperature, characterized in that, It includes a fermentation tank body (10), a thermal insulation layer (20), a temperature regulating member (30), and a warming pipe (40). The fermentation tank body (10) is of a cylindrical structure. The thermal insulation layer (20) is arranged in the inner wall of the fermentation tank body (10) for heat preservation and heat insulation. The temperature regulating member (30) is arranged inside the fermentation tank body (10) for regulating the temperature inside the fermentation tank body (10) by heating and cooling. The temperature regulating member (30) includes a heating member (31) and a cooling member (32). The warming pipe (40) is connected between the heating member (31) and the cooling member (32) for transferring part of the heat to the cooling member (32) to achieve rapid cooling when the heating member (31) works, and transferring part of the cold quantity to the heating member (31) to achieve rapid warming when the cooling member (32) works.
2. The fermenter capable of callback fermentation temperature according to claim 1, wherein The fermentation tank body (10) is of a double-layer structure, including an inner layer (11) and an outer layer (12). The thermal insulation layer (20) is fixed between the inner layer (11) and the outer layer (12). The inner layer (11) is made of food-grade stainless steel for containing fermentation materials. The outer layer (12) is made of stainless steel for protecting the thermal insulation layer (20).
3. The fermenter capable of calling back the fermentation temperature according to claim 2, wherein, The size of the thermal insulation layer (20) is the same as the side wall size of the fermentation tank body (10), and its interior is a hollow structure with a polyurethane foam material filled inside.
4. A fermenter capable of callback fermentation temperature according to claim 3, characterized in that, The top of the fermentation tank body (10) is provided with a feed inlet, an exhaust port, and an observation window. The feed inlet is used for adding fermentation materials, the exhaust port is used for discharging the gas generated during the fermentation process, and the observation window is used for observing the state of the fermentation materials.
5. A fermenter capable of calling back the fermentation temperature according to claim 4, characterized in that, The heating member (31) is a heating pipe, which is of a U-shaped structure and is fixed at the bottom of the fermentation tank body (10) and connected to a power source for heating the fermentation materials.
6. The fermenter capable of calling back the fermentation temperature according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cooling member (32) is a cooling water pipe, which is arranged inside the fermentation tank body (10) and spirally surrounds the fermentation tank body (10) for reducing the temperature of the fermentation materials.
7. A fermenter capable of calling back the fermentation temperature according to claim 6, characterized in that, The heating member (31) is of a multi-section structure, and each section is respectively connected to an independent power source for achieving precise zone temperature control.
8. A fermenter capable of callback fermentation temperature according to claim 7, characterized in that, The cooling water pipe adopts a double-layer sleeve structure. The inner layer is a cooling water flow channel, and the outer layer is a thermal insulation layer for reducing the heat loss of the cooling water during the flowing process to improve the cooling efficiency.
9. A fermenter capable of callback fermentation temperature according to claim 8, characterized in that, The warming pipe (40) is of an "N" - shaped structure and is made of high-temperature resistant and corrosion-resistant stainless steel. One end of it is connected to the heating pipe, and the other end is connected to the cooling water pipe.
10. A fermenter capable of callback fermentation temperature according to claim 9, characterized in that, A temperature sensor is arranged inside the fermentation tank body (10) for monitoring the temperature inside the fermentation tank body (10).