Automatic fermentation device for wine brewing raw materials

Through mechanical stirring and precise temperature and humidity control, the automatic fermentation device of brewing raw materials is solved, and the problems of uneven stirring, inaccurate temperature and humidity control and insufficient ventilation in traditional brewing are achieved, automatic fermentation is achieved, and production efficiency and wine quality are improved.

CN223226036UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-15CHENGDU JINJIUFEN WINE IND CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422360424.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-27
Publication Date
2025-08-15
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-27

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Technical Problem

The traditional fermentation methods of brewing raw materials have problems such as uneven mixing, inaccurate temperature and humidity control, and insufficient ventilation, resulting in low fermentation efficiency and unstable wine quality.

Method used

The mechanical stirring device, precise temperature and humidity control system and efficient ventilation system are adopted, combined with sensors and control systems, to realize the automated fermentation process and ensure the stability and uniformity of the fermentation environment.

Benefits of technology

It improves fermentation efficiency and the quality of wine, reduces labor intensity, meets the needs of large-scale production, and ensures the stability and reliability of the fermentation process.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of fermentation devices, and particularly relates to an automatic fermentation device for wine brewing raw materials, which comprises a support seat, support frames are fixedly mounted on the support seat, a fermentation tank is fixedly mounted between the support frames, a feed port is arranged at the top of the fermentation tank, a discharge port is arranged at the bottom of the fermentation tank, and the feed port is communicated with the discharge port. A driving motor is fixedly installed on one side of the support base, the output end of the driving motor is fixedly connected with a small wheel disc, and the small wheel disc is in transmission connection with the large wheel disc through a belt. According to the utility model, the stability of the device is ensured through the structures such as the bracket seat and the support frame, the stirring device fully mixes raw materials, the stirring rod, the stirring shovel and the auger blade which are obliquely designed improve the fermentation uniformity, the ventilation system can accurately adjust the temperature, the humidity and the air pressure, a suitable fermentation environment is ensured, and the sensing and control system realizes automatic operation; the labor intensity is reduced, the production efficiency and the wine quality are improved, impurities are prevented from entering and gas is prevented from leaking, and the fermentation process is stable and reliable.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of fermentation devices, in particular to an automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous development of the winemaking industry, the requirements for winemaking technology are becoming increasingly higher. The traditional fermentation method of winemaking raw materials usually relies on manual operation, which has many disadvantages.

[0003] On the one hand, manual stirring of fermentation ingredients is difficult to ensure uniform mixing, which can easily lead to incomplete or uneven fermentation, thus affecting the quality of the wine. Moreover, manual operation is labor-intensive and inefficient, making it unable to meet the needs of large-scale production.

[0004] On the other hand, traditional fermentation processes often lack precise control over temperature and humidity. Temperature and humidity are key factors affecting fermentation results. Improper temperature and humidity conditions can prolong fermentation time, reduce efficiency, or even lead to fermentation failure.

[0005] Furthermore, traditional fermentation methods also have shortcomings in terms of ventilation. Failure to effectively and timely ventilate and reduce pressure may cause unstable air pressure in the fermentation tank, affecting the normal progress of fermentation. It is also not conducive to the supply of oxygen and the discharge of waste gases such as carbon dioxide.

[0006] To address these issues, an automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials has emerged. Through mechanical stirring, precise temperature and humidity control, and an efficient ventilation system, this device automates the fermentation of brewing raw materials, improving fermentation efficiency and wine quality while reducing labor intensity, meeting the development needs of the modern brewing industry. Utility Model Content

[0007] (1) Technical problems solved

[0008] In view of the deficiencies in the prior art, the present invention provides an automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials, which solves the problems raised in the above-mentioned background technology.

[0009] (2) Technical solution

[0010] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention specifically adopts the following technical solutions:

[0011] The conveyor belt conveyor is connected to the conveyor belt conveyor, and the conveyor belt conveyor is connected to the conveyor belt conveyor.

[0012] Furthermore, the discharge port passes through the bracket seat, and the feed port and the discharge port are sealed and opened and closed by an electric plate valve.

[0013] Furthermore, the stirring rod and stirring shovel are designed to be inclined at 15 degrees to perform flipping and conveying of the raw materials.

[0014] Furthermore, the heating pipe, the cooling pipe and the ventilation and decompression pipe are respectively connected to the dispersion pipes and are designed at different heights.

[0015] Furthermore, the dispersion pipe is provided with a plurality of ventilation holes to make the ventilation more uniform.

[0016] Furthermore, the heating pipe is connected to the steam generator through an electric control valve, the cold air pipe is connected to the air conditioning unit through an electric control valve, and the ventilation and decompression pipe is connected to the fan through an electric control valve.

[0017] (3) Beneficial effects

[0018] Compared with the existing technology, the present invention provides an automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] The utility model ensures the stability of the device through structures such as the bracket seat and the support frame. The stirring device fully mixes the raw materials. The inclined design of the stirring rod, stirring shovel and auger blades improves the fermentation uniformity. The ventilation system can accurately adjust the temperature, humidity and air pressure to ensure a suitable fermentation environment. The sensing and control system realizes automated operation, reduces labor intensity, improves production efficiency and wine quality, and prevents impurities from entering and gas leakage, ensuring a stable and reliable fermentation process. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a rear view structural diagram of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the transmission shaft connection structure of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the dispersed pipeline structure of the utility model.

[0024] In the figure: 1. bracket base; 2. support frame; 3. fermentation tank; 4. feed port; 5. discharge port; 6. drive motor; 7. belt; 8. transmission shaft; 9. stirring rod; 10. stirring shovel; 11. auger blade; 12. heating pipe; 13. cooling pipe; 14. ventilation and pressure relief pipe; 15. dispersion pipe. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] 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.

[0026] Example

[0027] like Figure 1-4 As shown, an automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials proposed in one embodiment of the present invention includes a bracket seat 1, a support frame 2 is fixedly installed on the bracket seat 1, a fermentation tank 3 is fixedly installed between the support frames 2, a feed port 4 is provided on the top of the fermentation tank 3, and a discharge port 5 is provided at the bottom of the fermentation tank 3. A driving motor 6 is fixedly installed on one side of the bracket seat 1, and a small wheel is fixedly connected to the output end of the driving motor 6. The small wheel is connected to the large wheel through a belt 7, and the large wheel is connected to a transmission shaft 8. A stirring rod 9 is fixedly connected to the surface of the transmission shaft 8, and a stirring shovel 10 is fixedly connected to one end of the stirring rod 9. An auger blade 11 is also fixedly connected to the transmission shaft 8, and the auger blade 11 does not interfere with the stirring rod 9. The fermentation tank 3 is connected to a ventilation system, and the ventilation system includes a connected heating pipe 12, a cold air pipe 13 and a ventilation and decompression pipe 14. The internal ventilation system of the fermentation tank 3 is connected to a dispersion pipe 15. A temperature sensor and a humidity sensor are installed in the fermentation tank 3 to monitor the temperature and humidity in the fermentation tank 3 in real time and transmit the data to the control system;

[0028] Bracket 1: Provides a stable support base for the entire device to ensure that the device does not shake during operation.

[0029] Support frame 2: fixedly installed on the bracket base 1, used to support the fermentation tank 3 to ensure the stable installation of the fermentation tank 3.

[0030] Fermentation tank 3: It is the core component for fermenting wine raw materials.

[0031] A feed port 4 is provided at the top to facilitate feeding brewing raw materials into the fermentation tank 3 .

[0032] The bottom is provided with a discharge port 5, which passes through the support base 1 and is used to discharge the fermented raw materials. The feed port 4 and the discharge port 5 are sealed and opened and closed by an electric plate valve to ensure that the fermentation process is carried out in a relatively closed environment.

[0033] Driving motor 6: fixedly mounted on one side of the bracket 1, providing power for the stirring device.

[0034] Small wheel, belt 7 and large wheel: The power of the driving motor 6 is transmitted to the transmission shaft 8 through the belt 7.

[0035] Transmission shaft 8: The surface is fixedly connected to the stirring rod 9 and the auger blade 11.

[0036] One end of the stirring rod 9 is fixedly connected to the stirring shovel 10. The stirring rod 9 and the stirring shovel 10 are designed to be inclined at 15 degrees, which can turn the raw materials over and transport them to make the fermentation more uniform.

[0037] The auger blades 11 do not interfere with the stirring rod 9 and can assist in the transportation of the raw materials in the fermentation tank 3 .

[0038] Ventilation system structure

[0039] The ventilation system includes a heating pipe 12, a cooling pipe 13 and a ventilation and pressure-reducing pipe 14, which are connected to the steam generator, the air-conditioning unit and the fan through electric control valves respectively.

[0040] Dispersion duct 15 connects to the ventilation system within fermenter 3. The heating duct 12, cooling duct 13, and ventilation and decompression duct 14 are each connected to dispersion duct 15 at different heights. Multiple ventilation holes are provided in dispersion duct 15 to ensure uniform ventilation, regulate the temperature, humidity, and pressure within fermenter 3, and provide optimal environmental conditions for the fermentation process.

[0041] Sensing and control system structure

[0042] Fermenter 3 is equipped with a temperature sensor and a humidity sensor to monitor the temperature and humidity inside the fermenter in real time and transmit the data to the control system. The control system automatically adjusts the operating state of the ventilation system based on the sensor data to ensure that the temperature and humidity inside the fermenter are within the appropriate range.

[0043] How it works

[0044] 1. Feeding stage

[0045] The brewing raw materials are put into the fermentation tank 3 through the feed port 4 at the top of the fermentation tank 3. The feed port 4 and the discharge port 5 at the bottom are usually sealed and opened and closed by electric plate valves to ensure that the fermentation process is carried out in a relatively closed environment.

[0046] 2. Mixing stage

[0047] The driving motor 6 on one side of the bracket seat 1 is started, and the small wheel at its output end drives the large wheel to rotate through the belt 7, and the transmission shaft 8 connected to the large wheel rotates accordingly.

[0048] The stirring rod 9, stirring shovel 10, and auger blade 11 on the drive shaft 8 begin to operate. The stirring rod 9 and stirring shovel 10 are tilted 15 degrees, rotating the raw materials for more uniform fermentation. The auger blade 11 assists in the transportation of the raw materials within the fermentation tank 3, ensuring thorough mixing.

[0049] 3. Temperature and humidity adjustment stage

[0050] The temperature sensor and humidity sensor in the fermentation tank 3 monitor the temperature and humidity in the fermentation tank 3 in real time and transmit the data to the control system.

[0051] When the temperature needs to be adjusted:

[0052] If the temperature is too low, the control system opens the electrically controlled valve on heating pipe 12, allowing the hot air generated by the steam generator to pass through heating pipe 12 and into distribution pipe 15 connected to the interior of fermenter 3. Because heating pipe 12, cooling pipe 13, and ventilation and pressure-reducing pipe 14 are each connected to distribution pipe 15 and designed at different heights, the hot air is evenly distributed into fermenter 3 through the multiple ventilation holes in distribution pipe 15, raising the temperature inside fermenter 3.

[0053] If the temperature is too high, the control system opens the electric control valve on the cold air pipe 13, and the cold air generated by the air conditioning unit enters the dispersion pipe 15 through the cold air pipe 13 and is also evenly distributed from the ventilation holes to reduce the temperature in the fermentation tank 3.

[0054] When the humidity needs to be adjusted, the control system indirectly adjusts the humidity in the fermentation tank 3 by adjusting the working states of the heating pipe 12 and the cooling pipe 13 .

[0055] 4. Ventilation stage

[0056] When ventilation and pressure reduction are required, the control system opens the electric control valve on the ventilation and pressure reduction pipe 14, and the fan sends fresh air or discharges waste gas into the fermentation tank 3 through the ventilation and pressure reduction pipe 14 to maintain the air pressure in the fermentation tank 3 stable, while ensuring that there is sufficient oxygen supply during the fermentation process and that waste gases such as carbon dioxide can be discharged in time.

[0057] 5. Discharging stage

[0058] After the fermentation is completed, the electric plate valve of the discharge port 5 is opened, and the fermented raw materials are discharged from the discharge port 5 that passes through the support seat 1.

[0059] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the discharge port 5 passes through the bracket seat 1, and the feed port 4 and the discharge port 5 are sealed and opened and closed by an electric plate valve. Figure 1 The electric plate valve in the drawing is not shown; the feed port 4 and the discharge port 5 are sealed and opened and closed by the electric plate valve. During the fermentation process, it is necessary to maintain a relatively closed environment inside the fermentation tank 3 to ensure the stability and quality of the fermentation. The electric plate valve can be automatically controlled and is easy and quick to operate. When feeding is required, open the electric plate valve of the feed port 4, put the brewing raw materials into the fermentation tank 3, and then close the electric plate valve for sealing. Similarly, when discharging, open the electric plate valve of the discharge port 5 to discharge the fermented raw materials, and close the electric plate valve again after the discharge is completed. This sealing opening and closing method can effectively prevent external impurities from entering the fermentation tank 3, while also avoiding the leakage of gas generated during the fermentation process, thereby ensuring the stability of the fermentation environment.

[0060] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the stirring rod 9 and stirring shovel 10 are tilted at a 15° angle to facilitate the rotation of the raw materials. This tilt is not arbitrary but rather a carefully considered design. This tilt allows the stirring shovel 10 to better contact the raw materials in the fermenter 3 during rotation, increasing the stirring effect and range.

[0061] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the heating pipe 12, the cooling pipe 13, and the ventilation and decompression pipe 14 are respectively connected to the dispersion pipe 15 and are designed at different heights; this means that these three pipes with different functions are connected to the interior of the fermenter 3 through the dispersion pipe 15. The dispersion pipe 15 serves to evenly distribute the gas or energy from different pipes into the fermenter 3.

[0062] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the dispersion pipe 15 is provided with a plurality of ventilation holes to make ventilation more uniform, faster and more convenient.

[0063] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the heating pipe 12 is connected to the steam generator through an electric control valve, the cold air pipe 13 is connected to the air conditioning unit through an electric control valve, and the ventilation and decompression pipe 14 is connected to the fan through an electric control valve. Figure 4 Not shown in the figure, the existing structural design;

[0064] The heating pipe 12 is connected to the steam generator via an electrically controlled valve. This means that when heating the fermenter 3 is required, the control system can adjust the flow of steam generated by the steam generator into the heating pipe 12 by controlling the opening degree of the electrically controlled valve. As a heat source, the steam generator can provide stable heat for the fermentation process, ensuring that the temperature inside the fermenter 3 reaches the appropriate fermentation conditions.

[0065] The cooling air duct 13 is connected to the air conditioning unit via an electrically controlled valve. During the fermentation process, if the temperature inside the fermentation tank 3 becomes too high, the control system can open the electrically controlled valve on the cooling air duct 13, allowing the cooling air generated by the air conditioning unit to enter the cooling air duct 13, thereby lowering the temperature inside the fermentation tank 3. This connection method allows for precise control of the fermentation temperature.

[0066] The ventilation and decompression pipe 14 is connected to the fan via an electrically controlled valve. When the fermentation tank 3 needs to be ventilated and decompressed, the control system can open the electrically controlled valve on the ventilation and decompression pipe 14, allowing the fan to introduce fresh air into the fermentation tank 3 or exhaust exhaust gas, thereby adjusting the air pressure and gas composition in the fermentation tank 3 and providing good ventilation conditions for the fermentation process.

[0067] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art will be able to modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments or replace some of the technical features therein with equivalents. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials, comprising a support base (1), characterized in that: A support frame (2) is fixedly mounted on the support seat (1), a fermentation tank (3) is fixedly mounted between the support frames (2), a feed port (4) is provided on the top of the fermentation tank (3), and a discharge port (5) is provided on the bottom of the fermentation tank (3), a drive motor (6) is fixedly mounted on one side of the support seat (1), a small wheel is fixedly connected to the output end of the drive motor (6), the small wheel is connected to the large wheel through a belt (7), the large wheel is connected to a transmission shaft (8), a stirring rod (9) is fixedly connected to the surface of the transmission shaft (8), one end of the stirring rod (9) is fixedly mounted on the surface of the transmission shaft (8), and a stirring rod (9) is fixedly mounted on the surface of the transmission shaft (8). A stirring shovel (10) is fixedly connected to the drive shaft (8), and an auger blade (11) is also fixedly connected to the drive shaft (8), and the auger blade (11) does not interfere with the stirring rod (9). The fermenter (3) is connected to a ventilation system, and the ventilation system includes a connected heating pipe (12), a cold air pipe (13) and a ventilation and pressure reduction pipe (14). The internal ventilation system of the fermenter (3) is connected to a dispersion pipe (15). A temperature sensor and a humidity sensor are installed in the fermenter (3) to monitor the temperature and humidity in the fermenter (3) in real time and transmit the data to the control system.

2. The automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The discharge port (5) passes through the bracket seat (1), and the feed port (4) and the discharge port (5) are sealed and opened and closed by an electric plate valve.

3. The automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stirring rod (9) and the stirring shovel (10) are designed to be inclined at 15 degrees, so as to perform overturning and conveying of the raw materials.

4. The automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The heating pipe (12), the cooling pipe (13) and the ventilation and decompression pipe (14) are respectively connected to the dispersion pipe (15) and are designed at different heights.

5. The automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials according to claim 4, characterized in that: The dispersion pipe (15) is provided with a plurality of ventilation holes to make the ventilation more uniform.

6. The automatic fermentation device for brewing raw materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The heating pipe (12) is connected to the steam generator through an electric control valve, the cold air pipe (13) is connected to the air conditioning unit through an electric control valve, and the ventilation and decompression pipe (14) is connected to the fan through an electric control valve.