Fermentation device for producing and processing Yunnan Xiaoqu Fen-flavor liquor

The improved fermentation device, with its rotating and heating components, solved the problems of mash accumulation and unsuitable temperature, enabling efficient cleaning and temperature control of the fermentation tanks and improving the production efficiency of Yunnan Xiaoqu light-aroma baijiu.

CN223496423UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-31CAIGENTAN LIQUOR YUNNAN CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422849536.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-22
Publication Date
2025-10-31
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-22

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Technical Problem

In existing Yunnan Xiaoqu light aroma type baijiu production and processing fermentation equipment, the mash tends to accumulate into hard lumps at the bottom of the fermentation tank, which is difficult to clean, and the fermentation efficiency is low when the temperature is not suitable.

Method used

The fermentation tank is rotated using a tilting and heating assembly. The tilting assembly is driven by a motor-driven bevel gear system to tilt the fermenter, while the heating assembly maintains a suitable temperature. The stirring assembly ensures uniform mixing, and the scraper removes sticky substances.

Benefits of technology

This allows for the smooth flow of fermented mash, saving manpower and improving fermentation efficiency and operational performance.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of liquor production and processing, and discloses a fermentation device for producing and processing Yunnan Xiaoqu Fen-flavor liquor, which comprises a support frame and a fermentation tank, the outside of the support frame is connected with an overturning assembly, the outside of the fermentation tank is connected with a heating assembly, and the overturning assembly comprises a fixing plate; compared with the prior art, the fermentation device has the advantages that fermented grains can be adjusted to a position which is more favorable for discharging, so that most of the fermented grains can smoothly flow out under the action of gravity, residues are reduced, time and labor are saved, and the operation performance of the fermentation device for producing and processing Yunnan Xiaoqu Fen-flavor liquor is improved; according to the fermentation device for producing and processing the Yunnan Xiaoqu Fen-flavor liquor, the fermentation temperature can be controlled within a proper temperature range, the metabolic activity of yeast can be accelerated through the proper temperature, the fermentation process is quicker, and the fermentation efficiency of the fermentation device for producing and processing the Yunnan Xiaoqu Fen-flavor liquor is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of liquor production and processing technology, and in particular to a fermentation device for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma liquor. Background Technology

[0002] Yunnan Xiaoqu Qingxiang Baijiu is a type of baijiu brewed using Xiaoqu (small-grain starter) as the saccharification and fermentation agent. Xiaoqu is made from rice flour or rice bran, with the addition of small amounts of traditional Chinese herbs or natural plants such as Polygonum hydropiper, and is cultivated through inoculation with a starter culture. During the brewing process, the microorganisms in the Xiaoqu (mainly Rhizopus and yeast) saccharify and ferment the starch in the raw materials, converting it into glucose, and further into alcohol. This process is the core of Yunnan Xiaoqu Qingxiang Baijiu brewing. Existing fermentation equipment used for Yunnan Xiaoqu Qingxiang Baijiu production may form viscous substances during fermentation due to the action of microorganisms and changes in composition. This can cause the mash to accumulate in hard clumps at the bottom or corners of the fermentation tank, preventing smooth flow. Cleaning requires workers to constantly hold the fermentation tank, which is time-consuming and labor-intensive, resulting in low operational efficiency. Furthermore, when the temperature is unsuitable, the growth and metabolic activities of microorganisms are inhibited, slowing down the fermentation process and reducing efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by proposing a fermentation device for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model adopts the following technical solution: a fermentation device for the production and processing of Yunnan Xiaoqu Qingxiang Baijiu (a type of Chinese liquor), comprising a support frame and a fermentation tank. A tilting assembly is externally connected to the support frame, and a heating assembly is externally connected to the fermentation tank. The tilting assembly includes a fixed plate, one end of which is fixedly connected to the outside of the support frame. A mounting frame is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed plate, and a motor is fixedly connected inside the mounting frame. The output shaft of the motor passes through the fixed plate and is fixedly connected to a bevel gear one. One end of the bevel gear one meshes with a bevel gear two. One end of the bevel gear two is fixedly connected to a drive rod. One end of the drive rod passes through the support frame and is fixedly connected to a connecting rod one. One end of the connecting rod one is fixedly connected to a heating sleeve, and one side of the heating sleeve is fixedly connected to a connecting rod two. One end of the connecting rod two rotates inside the support frame. A fixed rod is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the heating sleeve, and one end of the fixed rod is fixedly connected to the outside of the fermentation tank.

[0005] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0006] The heating assembly includes a heating tube and a controller. The heating tube is connected to the inner wall of the heating jacket, and a temperature sensor is connected to the outside of the fermentation tank. The temperature sensor, heating tube, and controller are all electrically connected.

[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0008] The fermenter is threadedly connected to a lid at the top, and a crank handle is rotatably connected inside the lid.

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0010] One end of the crank handle passes through the can lid and is fixedly connected to a support rod, and one end of the support rod is fixedly connected to a stirring assembly.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0012] The stirring assembly includes a mounting rod, and a stirring rod is fixedly connected to the inner side of the mounting rod.

[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0014] A scraper is fixedly connected to the outside of the mounting rod.

[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0016] The scraper is provided in two sets, and both sets of scrapers are made of silicone.

[0017] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. In this utility model, the fermentation tank is turned over by the flipping component, which can adjust the mash to a position that is more conducive to discharge, ensuring that most of the mash can flow out smoothly under the action of gravity, reducing residue, saving time and manpower, and improving the operation performance of the fermentation device used for the production and processing of Yunnan Xiaoqu light aroma baijiu.

[0019] 2. In this utility model, the fermentation temperature can be controlled within a suitable range by the heating component. The suitable temperature can accelerate the metabolic activity of yeast, making the fermentation process faster and improving the fermentation efficiency of the fermentation device used for the production and processing of Yunnan Xiaoqu light aroma baijiu. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This utility model presents a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a fermentation device for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu. Figure 1 ;

[0021] Figure 2This utility model presents a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a fermentation device for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu. Figure 2 ;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of a fermentation device for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu, as proposed in this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of a fermentation device for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu, as proposed in this utility model. Figure 2 .

[0024] Legend:

[0025] 1. Support frame; 2. Fermentation tank; 3. Tilting assembly; 4. Fixing plate; 5. Mounting frame; 6. Motor; 7. Bevel gear one; 8. Bevel gear two; 9. Drive rod; 10. Connecting rod one; 11. Heating jacket; 12. Connecting rod two; 13. Fixing rod; 14. Heating assembly; 15. Heating tube; 16. Temperature sensor; 17. Controller; 18. Tank lid; 19. Handle; 20. Support rod; 21. Stirring assembly; 22. Mounting rod; 23. Stirring rod; 24. Scraper. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0027] Reference Figures 1-4 This utility model provides an embodiment of a fermentation device for the production and processing of Yunnan Xiaoqu Qingxiang Baijiu (a type of Chinese liquor). The device includes a support frame 1 and a fermentation tank 2. A tilting assembly 3 is externally connected to the support frame 1, and a heating assembly 14 is externally connected to the fermentation tank 2. The tilting assembly 3 includes a fixing plate 4. One end of the fixing plate 4 is fixedly connected to the outside of the support frame 1. A mounting frame 5 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixing plate 4. A motor 6 is fixedly connected inside the mounting frame 5. The output shaft of the motor 6 passes through the fixing plate 4 and is fixedly connected to a bevel gear 7. One end of the bevel gear 7 is meshed with a bevel gear 8. One end of the bevel gear 8 is fixedly connected to a drive rod 9. One end of the drive rod 9 passes through the support frame 1 and is fixedly connected to a connecting rod 10. One end of the connecting rod 10 is fixedly connected to a heating sleeve 11. A connecting rod 12 is fixedly connected to one side of the heating sleeve 11. One end of the connecting rod 12 rotates inside the support frame 1. A fixing rod 13 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the heating sleeve 11, and one end of the fixing rod 13 is fixedly connected to the outside of the fermentation tank 2.

[0028] The heating assembly 14 includes a heating tube 15 and a controller 17. The heating tube 15 is connected to the inner wall of the heating jacket 11. A temperature sensor 16 is connected to the outside of the fermentation tank 2. The temperature sensor 16, the heating tube 15, and the controller 17 are all electrically connected. A tank lid 18 is threaded to the top of the fermentation tank 2 for easy opening. A crank handle 19 is rotatably connected inside the tank lid 18. One end of the crank handle 19 passes through the tank lid 18 and is fixedly connected to a support rod 20. One end of the support rod 20 is fixedly connected to a stirring assembly 21. The stirring assembly 21 includes an installation rod 22. A stirring rod 23 is fixedly connected to the inside of the installation rod 22 to improve uniformity. A scraper 24 is fixedly connected to the outside of the installation rod 22. There are two sets of scrapers 24. Both sets of scrapers 24 are made of silicone material and can scrape off the mash adhering to the inner wall of the fermentation tank 2 for easy cleaning.

[0029] Working principle: Pour the liquor to be fermented into the fermentation tank 2, cover it with the lid 18 and tighten it. The temperature inside the fermentation tank 2 is detected by the temperature sensor 16. The temperature sensor 16 converts the detected temperature into an electrical signal and transmits it to the controller 17. The controller 17 controls the heating tube 15 to heat the tank, ensuring that the fermentation tank 2 is within a suitable temperature range and improving fermentation efficiency. During fermentation, the crank handle 19 can be turned. The crank handle 19 drives the mounting rod 22 to rotate via the support rod 20. The mounting rod 22 drives the stirring rod 23 to rotate, stirring the liquor inside the fermentation tank 2 evenly. After fermentation is complete, unscrew the lid 18 and start the motor 6. The motor 6 drives the bevel gear 7 to rotate. The bevel gear 7 drives the bevel gear 8 to rotate. The bevel gear 8 drives the heating sleeve 11 to rotate via the drive rod 9 and the connecting rod 10. The heating sleeve 11 drives the fermentation tank 2 to rotate via the fixing rod 13, adjusting the mash to a more favorable position for discharge and improving operational performance.

[0030] All electrical components mentioned in this article are connected to an external main controller and 220V AC mains power. The main controller can be a conventional known device such as a computer for control. The detailed description of known functions and components is omitted in the specific implementation of this disclosure. To ensure the compatibility of the device, the operating methods used are consistent with the parameters of commercially available instruments.

[0031] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A fermentation apparatus for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu, comprising a support frame (1) and a fermentation tank (2), characterized in that: The support frame (1) is externally connected to a flipping assembly (3), and the fermentation tank (2) is externally connected to a heating assembly (14). The flipping assembly (3) includes a fixing plate (4). One end of the fixing plate (4) is fixedly connected to the outside of the support frame (1). A mounting bracket (5) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixing plate (4). A motor (6) is fixedly connected inside the mounting bracket (5). The output shaft of the motor (6) passes through the fixing plate (4) and is fixedly connected to a bevel gear one (7). One end of the bevel gear one (7) is meshed with a bevel gear two. (8) One end of the bevel gear (8) is fixedly connected to a drive rod (9). One end of the drive rod (9) passes through the support frame (1) and is fixedly connected to a connecting rod (10). One end of the connecting rod (10) is fixedly connected to a heating sleeve (11). One side of the heating sleeve (11) is fixedly connected to a connecting rod (12). One end of the connecting rod (12) rotates inside the support frame (1). A fixing rod (13) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the heating sleeve (11). One end of the fixing rod (13) is fixedly connected to the outside of the fermenter (2).

2. The fermentation apparatus for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu according to claim 1, characterized in that: The heating assembly (14) includes a heating tube (15) and a controller (17). The heating tube (15) is connected to the inner wall of the heating jacket (11). A temperature sensor (16) is connected to the outside of the fermentation tank (2). The temperature sensor (16), the heating tube (15) and the controller (17) are all electrically connected.

3. The fermentation apparatus for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fermentation tank (2) is threadedly connected to a lid (18) at the top, and a crank handle (19) is rotatably connected inside the lid (18).

4. The fermentation apparatus for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu according to claim 3, characterized in that: One end of the crank handle (19) passes through the can lid (18) and is fixedly connected to a support rod (20), and one end of the support rod (20) is fixedly connected to a stirring assembly (21).

5. A fermentation apparatus for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu according to claim 4, characterized in that: The stirring assembly (21) includes a mounting rod (22), and a stirring rod (23) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the mounting rod (22).

6. A fermentation apparatus for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu according to claim 5, characterized in that: A scraper (24) is fixedly connected to the outside of the mounting rod (22).

7. A fermentation apparatus for the production and processing of Yunnan light-aroma baijiu according to claim 6, characterized in that: The scraper (24) is provided in two sets, and both sets of the scraper (24) are made of silicone.