Modular beer storage device

Abstract

The utility model provides a modularized beer storage device. The modularized beer storage device comprises a cooling module and a plurality of beer storage modules which are sequentially and adjacently arranged, the beer storage module comprises box bodies and beer storage tanks arranged in the box bodies, and the adjacent box bodies are detachably connected in a buckling mode through first buckling pieces and second buckling pieces. The inner walls of the box bodies are provided with cold air ports, and the cooling module detachably communicates with the cold air ports of the box bodies through cold air pipelines so that cold air can be conveyed into the box bodies through the cold air ports. Turnover plates are further rotatably arranged on the outer walls of the two opposite sides of the box body, and the turnover plates are used for enabling the interiors of the adjacent box bodies to communicate with each other in the mode that the turnover plates are turned into the box bodies. According to the beer storage device, the transportation convenience of the device is improved, and based on the arrangement of the turnover plates, equivalent cooperation among the beer storage modules is also realized, and relatively uniform drinking experience can be provided for consumers. And automatic temperature management can be realized based on mutual cooperation of the temperature sensor and the gas distribution valve.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beer storage technology, specifically to a modular beer storage device. Background Technology

[0002] Beer storage equipment is an important piece of equipment used in the beer sales process to store beer. Its main function is to preserve beer under suitable environmental conditions in order to maintain the good flavor of the beer and ensure that consumers can enjoy high-quality beer products.

[0003] Currently, beer storage devices on the market still have some obvious shortcomings. On the one hand, most beer storage devices lack flexibility in structural design, resulting in high transportation costs and extreme inconvenience during handling due to their large size and fixed structure, and making them prone to damage. On the other hand, in devices that store multiple flavored beers separately, the inadequate cooling system design leads to temperature differences between different flavors, affecting the taste and failing to provide consumers with a consistent drinking experience.

[0004] Based on this, the present invention aims to provide a solution to address at least one of the problems existing in the prior art. Utility Model Content

[0005] To overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, this utility model provides a modular beer storage device, the specific technical solution of which is as follows:

[0006] The present invention provides a modular beer storage device, comprising: a cooling module and a plurality of beer storage modules arranged sequentially adjacent to each other;

[0007] The beer storage module includes a box and a beer storage tank disposed inside the box. A first fastener and a second fastener are respectively provided on the outer walls of opposite sides of the box. The boxes of adjacent beer storage modules are detachably connected by the first fastener and the second fastener.

[0008] The cooling module is installed on the housing of any of the beer storage modules. The cooling module has a cold air pipe, and the inner wall of the housing has a cold air vent. The cooling module is detachably connected to the cold air vent of each housing through the cold air pipe to deliver cold air into the housing through the cold air vent. Folding plates are also rotatably installed on the outer walls of opposite sides of the housing. The folding plates are used to make the interiors of adjacent housings interconnected by folding them into the housing.

[0009] In one specific embodiment, each of the enclosures is equipped with a temperature sensor inside, and each of the cold air vents is connected to the cold air pipeline through a gas distribution valve. The gas distribution valve is signal-connected to the corresponding temperature sensor, and is used to connect the cold air pipeline and the cold air vent when the temperature inside the enclosure is higher than a preset temperature.

[0010] In one specific embodiment, the beer storage module further includes a beer column and a dispensing tap. The beer column is located at the top of the housing and its lower end extends into the housing and is connected to the beer storage tank. The dispensing tap is located on the side wall of the beer column and is connected to the beer storage tank through the beer column.

[0011] In one specific embodiment, a mixing pipe is also included; the plurality of beer storage modules are divided into at least one group, and the output ends of all the beer dispensing taps in the same group are connected to the same mixing pipe, which is used to mix the beer output from different beer dispensing taps and then output it to the outside.

[0012] In one specific embodiment, a gas supply module is also included, which includes a carbon dioxide pipeline connected to an external carbon dioxide supply device and the beer storage tank via the gas distribution valve, for supplying carbon dioxide gas to the beer storage tank.

[0013] In one specific embodiment, the housing is provided with a control panel that connects the temperature sensor and the gas distribution valve via signals.

[0014] In one specific embodiment, the first fastener includes a horizontally opened fastening groove, and the second fastener includes a fastening protrusion adapted to the fastening groove; the cross-section of the fastening protrusion is T-shaped or L-shaped.

[0015] In one specific embodiment, the side wall of the box is provided with an openable baffle for the beer storage tank to enter and exit, and the first fastener and the second fastener are respectively provided on the outer wall of the box located on both sides of the openable baffle.

[0016] In one specific embodiment, the top of the beer column is provided with a sign indicating the type of beer.

[0017] In one specific embodiment, casters are provided at all four corners of the bottom of the housing.

[0018] This utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0019] This utility model discloses a modular beer storage device. The adjacent beer storage modules are detachably connected via a first and second snap-fit ​​mechanism. During transportation and handling, the entire device can be disassembled into multiple smaller beer storage modules without occupying excessive space, allowing it to be flexibly placed in smaller spaces and facilitating transport and handling. In use, any number of beer storage modules can be interconnected to form a single unit as needed, demonstrating strong adaptability and flexibility. During equipment replacement and repair, individual beer storage modules can also be replaced and maintained separately, offering excellent maintainability.

[0020] In addition, the cooling module can deliver cold air into the cabinet through cold air pipes and cold air vents, so that the beer tanks of multiple beer storage modules can be cooled, thus ensuring the temperature and taste of the beer. Furthermore, since the folding plate can be folded into the cabinet to connect the interiors of adjacent cabinets, it also allows cold air to circulate between different cabinets, ensuring that the temperature of the beer in different beer tanks is relatively uniform, providing consumers with a consistent drinking experience. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the modular beer storage device of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of a beer storage module when the folding plate is fastened to the box body.

[0024] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the beer storage module when the folding plate is folded into the inside of the box;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a front view of the beer storage module;

[0026] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of section AA in the diagram.

[0027] Figure label:

[0028] 1-Cooling module; 11-Cold air piping; 2-Beer storage module; 21-Box; 211-Cold air vent; 212-Folding plate; 213-Notch; 214-Openable baffle; 22-Beer storage tank; 23-Beer column; 24-Beer dispensing tap; 3-First fastener; 31-Fastening groove; 4-Second fastener; 41-Fastening protrusion; 5-Locking component; 6-Temperature sensor; 7-Gas distribution valve; 8-Mixing pipe; 81-Branch pipe; 82-Main pipe; 9-Identification plate; 10-Carbon dioxide piping; 12-Control panel; 13-Wheel casters. Detailed Implementation

[0029] Various embodiments of the present invention will be described more fully below. The present invention may have various embodiments, and adjustments and changes may be made therein. However, it should be understood that there is no intention to limit the various embodiments of the present invention to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but rather the present invention should be understood to cover all adjustments, equivalents, and / or alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the various embodiments of the present invention.

[0030] In the following, the terms “comprising” or “may include”, which may be used in various embodiments of the present invention, indicate the presence of the disclosed functions, operations, or elements, and do not limit the addition of one or more functions, operations, or elements. Furthermore, as used in various embodiments of the present invention, the terms “comprising,” “having,” and their cognates are intended only to indicate a specific feature, number, step, operation, element, component, or combination of the foregoing, and should not be construed as primarily excluding the presence of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, components, or combinations of the foregoing, or the possibility of adding one or more combinations of features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, components, or combinations of the foregoing.

[0031] In various embodiments of this utility model, the expression "or" or "at least one of A and / or B" includes any combination or all combinations of the words listed simultaneously. For example, the expression "A or B" or "at least one of A and / or B" may include A, may include B, or may include both A and B.

[0032] The terms used in the various embodiments of this utility model (such as "first," "second," etc.) may modify various constituent elements in the various embodiments, but do not limit the corresponding constituent elements. For example, the above terms do not limit the order and / or importance of the elements. The above terms are only used for the purpose of distinguishing one element from other elements. For example, a first user device and a second user device refer to different user devices, although both are user devices. For example, without departing from the scope of the various embodiments of this utility model, a first element may be referred to as a second element, and similarly, a second element may be referred to as a first element.

[0033] It should be noted that, in this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and defined, terms such as "installation," "connection," and "fixation" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0034] Please refer to Figures 1 to 5 The present invention provides a modular beer storage device, comprising: a cooling module 1 and a plurality of beer storage modules 2 arranged sequentially adjacent to each other.

[0035] Specifically, the beer storage module 2 includes a box 21 and a beer storage tank 22 disposed inside the box 21. A first fastener 3 and a second fastener 4 are respectively provided on the outer walls of opposite sides of the box 21. The boxes 21 of adjacent beer storage modules 2 are detachably connected by the first fastener 3 and the second fastener 4.

[0036] A cooling module 1 is installed on the housing 21 of any beer storage module 2. The cooling module 1 has a cold air pipe 11, and a cold air vent 211 is opened on the inner wall of the housing 21. The cooling module 1 is detachably connected to the cold air vent 211 of each housing 21 through the cold air pipe 11 to deliver cold air into the housing 21 through the cold air vent 211. Folding plates 212 are also rotatably installed on the outer walls of opposite sides of the housing 21. The folding plates 212 are used to connect the interiors of adjacent housings 21 by folding them into the interior of the housing 21.

[0037] Understandably, in this invention, the housings 21 of adjacent beer storage modules 2 are detachably connected via a first snap-fit ​​element 3 and a second snap-fit ​​element 4. During transportation and handling, the entire device can be disassembled into multiple smaller beer storage modules 2 without occupying excessive space, thus allowing for flexible entry into smaller spaces (such as elevators), facilitating transportation and handling. In use, any number of beer storage modules 2 can be interconnected to form a single unit as needed, demonstrating strong adaptability and flexibility. Furthermore, during equipment replacement and repair, individual beer storage modules 2 can be replaced and maintained, resulting in excellent maintainability.

[0038] In addition, since the cooling module 1 can deliver cold air into the cabinet 21 through the cold air pipe 11 and the cold air outlet 211, the beer storage tanks 22 of multiple beer storage modules 2 can be cooled, thereby ensuring the temperature and taste of the beer. Furthermore, since the folding plate 212 can be folded into the cabinet 21 to connect the interiors of adjacent cabinets 21, it also allows the cold air in different cabinets 21 to circulate among them, ensuring that the temperature of the beer in different beer storage tanks 22 is relatively uniform, which can provide consumers with a consistent drinking experience.

[0039] In practical applications, the air conditioning duct 11 has multiple output terminals, which can be detachably connected to the air conditioning inlet 211 via quick-connect couplings. Preferably, the output terminals of the air conditioning duct 11 and the air conditioning inlet 211 are connected via a closed quick-connect male and a closed quick-connect female connector. This allows the output terminals of the air conditioning duct 11 to automatically close after disconnection from the air conditioning inlet 211 when the number of beer storage modules 2 is changed, thus eliminating the need to alter the structure of the air conditioning duct 11. In some cases, when changing the number of beer storage modules 2, the number of beer storage modules 2 can also be adapted by replacing the air conditioning duct 11 with one having a different number of output terminals.

[0040] For example, the cooling module 1 can be a compressor-type cooling device. In some cases, the cooling module 1 can be designed to be separate from the housing 21, that is, not installed on the housing 21.

[0041] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 In some cases, the folding plate 212 can be located in the middle area of ​​the opposite outer walls of the housing 21. The middle areas of the opposite outer walls of the housing 21 each have a notch 213 adapted to the folding plate 212. One side of the folding plate 212 is rotatably connected to one side of the edge of the notch 213, and the other side of the folding plate 212 is used for a snap-fit ​​connection with the other side of the edge of the notch 213. A locking element 5 is also provided on the outer wall of the housing 21 near the edge of the notch 213. This locking element 5 is used to lock the position of the folding plate 212 and the edge of the notch 213 when they are snapped together, thereby allowing the folding plate 212 to cover the notch 213. The specific structure of the locking element 5 can refer to the prior art, and this utility model does not limit it in this regard.

[0042] In one specific embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 Each housing 21 is equipped with a temperature sensor 6 inside. Each air vent 211 is connected to the air duct 11 via a gas distribution valve 7. The gas distribution valve 7 is signal-connected to the corresponding temperature sensor 6, which is used to connect the air duct 11 and the air vent 211 when the temperature inside the housing 21 is higher than the preset temperature.

[0043] In this embodiment, different temperature sensors 6 can detect the internal temperature of different enclosures 21. When the internal temperature of an enclosure 21 is lower than a preset temperature, the corresponding gas distribution valve 7 is disconnected. The cooling module 1 then supplies cold air through the cold air pipe 11 to other enclosures 21 with internal temperatures higher than the preset temperature, thus quickly cooling the enclosures 21 with higher internal temperatures. This embodiment achieves automated temperature management through the cooperation of the temperature sensors 6 and the gas distribution valve 7, ensuring the stability of the internal temperature of the enclosures 21 and providing a better user experience.

[0044] For example, the preset temperature can be set between 2°C and 6°C.

[0045] In one specific embodiment, the beer storage module 2 further includes a beer column 23 and a dispensing tap 24. The beer column 23 is located at the top of the housing 21, with its lower end extending into the housing 21 and connecting to the beer storage tank 22. The dispensing tap 24 is located on the side wall of the beer column 23 and connects to the beer storage tank 22 through the beer column 23. Therefore, this embodiment allows beer to be dispensed from the beer storage tank 22 via the dispensing tap 24, improving the convenience for users to obtain beer.

[0046] Further, please refer to Figure 1 It may also include a mixing pipe 8. Multiple beer storage modules 2 can be divided into at least one group, with the output ends of all dispensing taps 24 in the same group connected to the same mixing pipe 8. The mixing pipe 8 is used to mix the beers output from different dispensing taps 24 before dispensing them to the outside. Thus, this embodiment allows different beer storage tanks 22 in the same group to store different flavor types of beer, and then mixes these different flavor types of beer through the mixing pipe 8 to provide users with mixed-flavor beer.

[0047] It should be noted that when the number of beer storage modules 2 in the same group is 1, the mixing pipe 8 may not be required.

[0048] For example, the mixing pipe 8 can be composed of multiple branch pipes 81 and a main pipe 82 connected together. Taking a group that includes three beer storage modules as an example, the number of branch pipes 81 can be 3. Each of the three branch pipes 81 is connected to the dispensing tap 24 of a beer storage module 2. The three branch pipes 81 are connected to the main pipe 82 away from the dispensing tap 24. The end of the main pipe 82 away from the branch pipes 81 is used to finally output the mixed beer.

[0049] In some cases, a label 9 indicating the type of beer can be installed on the top of the beer column 23, so that users can intuitively identify the type of beer in different beer storage tanks 22. In actual use, users can flexibly group the beer storage modules 2 containing different types of beer into a group and connect them to each other through the mixing pipe 8 according to their own preferences. This utility model does not make specific limitations in this regard.

[0050] In one specific embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 It may also include a gas supply module, which includes a carbon dioxide pipeline 10, which is connected via a gas distribution valve 7 to an external carbon dioxide supply device (not shown in the figure) and a beer storage tank 22 for supplying carbon dioxide gas to the beer storage tank 22.

[0051] In this embodiment, carbon dioxide gas can be supplied to the beer storage tank 22 through the carbon dioxide pipeline 10 to ensure that the beer maintains an appropriate degree of carbonation and pressure during storage.

[0052] Furthermore, the housing 21 may also be equipped with a control panel 12 that connects to the temperature sensor 6 and the gas distribution valve 7. Specifically, the control panel 12 can be configured to set the preset temperature and control the opening and closing of the gas distribution valve 7, thereby allowing users to adjust the beer temperature according to their preferences and manually control the supply and cutoff of cold air and carbon dioxide, providing greater flexibility.

[0053] In one specific embodiment, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The first fastener 3 may include a horizontally opened fastening groove 31, and the second fastening element 4 may include a fastening protrusion 41 adapted to the fastening groove 31. Specifically, the cross-section of the fastening protrusion 41 may be T-shaped or L-shaped. In use, the boxes 21 of adjacent beer storage modules 2 can be fastened together by first inserting one end of the fastening protrusion 41 into the fastening groove 31 until the fastening protrusion 41 is fully inserted into the fastening groove 31 in the horizontal direction. After the T-shaped or L-shaped fastening protrusion 41 is fully inserted into the fastening groove 31, it can restrict the movement of adjacent boxes 21 in other directions, so that they can only move relative to each other along the horizontal extension direction of the fastening groove 31, ensuring the stability of the fastening connection and the convenience of disassembly and separation.

[0054] In one specific embodiment, the side wall of the housing 21 is provided with an openable baffle 214 for the beer storage tank 22 to enter and exit, and the first fastener 3 and the second fastener 4 are respectively provided on the outer wall of the housing 21 located on both sides of the openable baffle 214.

[0055] Specifically, the openable baffle 214 can be hinged to the housing 21, thereby opening and closing by rotating relative to the housing 21. When the openable baffle 214 is closed, it can restrict the cold air in the housing 21 from escaping to the outside, thus ensuring the stability of the internal temperature of the housing 21. When the openable baffle 214 is open, the user can remove the beer tank 22 from the housing 21, or place an external beer tank 22 into the housing 21, facilitating the replacement and maintenance of the beer tank 22 and other components in the housing 21.

[0056] In one specific embodiment, casters 13 are also provided at the four corners of the bottom of the box 21, so that each beer storage module 2 can be moved flexibly by the casters 13, further improving the convenience of transportation and handling.

[0057] In summary, the modular beer storage device provided by this utility model allows for detachable connection of adjacent beer storage modules via a first and second snap-fit ​​mechanism. During transportation and handling, the entire device can be disassembled into multiple smaller beer storage modules without occupying excessive space, thus allowing for flexible placement in smaller spaces and facilitating transport and handling. In use, any number of beer storage modules can be interconnected to form a single unit as needed, demonstrating strong adaptability and flexibility. Furthermore, during equipment replacement and repair, individual beer storage modules can be replaced and maintained separately, resulting in excellent maintainability.

[0058] In addition, the cooling module can deliver cold air into the cabinet through cold air pipes and cold air vents, so that the beer tanks of multiple beer storage modules can be cooled, thus ensuring the temperature and taste of the beer. Furthermore, since the folding plate can be folded into the cabinet to connect the interiors of adjacent cabinets, it also allows cold air to circulate between different cabinets, ensuring that the temperature of the beer in different beer tanks is relatively uniform, providing consumers with a consistent drinking experience.

[0059] Those skilled in the art will understand that the accompanying drawings are merely schematic diagrams of a preferred embodiment, and the modules or processes shown in the drawings are not necessarily essential for implementing this utility model.

[0060] Those skilled in the art will understand that the modules in the apparatus of the implementation scenario can be distributed within the apparatus of the implementation scenario as described, or they can be located in one or more apparatuses different from this implementation scenario, with corresponding changes. The modules of the above-described implementation scenario can be combined into one module, or they can be further divided into multiple sub-modules.

[0061] The serial numbers of the above-mentioned utility models are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the implementation scenarios.

[0062] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. 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 modular beer storage device, characterized in that, include: A cooling module and multiple beer storage modules arranged sequentially and adjacently; The beer storage module includes a box and a beer storage tank disposed inside the box. A first fastener and a second fastener are respectively provided on the outer walls of opposite sides of the box. The boxes of adjacent beer storage modules are detachably connected by the first fastener and the second fastener. The cooling module is installed on the housing of any of the beer storage modules. The cooling module has a cold air pipe, and the inner wall of the housing has a cold air vent. The cooling module is detachably connected to the cold air vent of each housing through the cold air pipe to deliver cold air into the housing through the cold air vent. Folding plates are also rotatably installed on the outer walls of opposite sides of the housing. The folding plates are used to make the interiors of adjacent housings interconnected by folding them into the housing.

2. The modular beer storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the enclosures is equipped with a temperature sensor inside, and each of the cold air vents is connected to the cold air pipeline through a gas distribution valve. The gas distribution valve is signal-connected to the corresponding temperature sensor, and is used to connect the cold air pipeline and the cold air vent when the temperature inside the enclosure is higher than a preset temperature.

3. A modular beer storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The beer storage module also includes a beer column and a dispensing nozzle. The beer column is located at the top of the housing and its lower end extends into the housing and is connected to the beer storage tank. The dispensing nozzle is located on the side wall of the beer column and is connected to the beer storage tank through the beer column.

4. A modular beer storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes a mixing pipe; the multiple beer storage modules are divided into at least one group, and the output ends of all the beer dispensing taps in the same group are connected to the same mixing pipe, which is used to mix the beer output from different beer dispensing taps and then output it to the outside.

5. A modular beer storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a gas supply module, which includes a carbon dioxide pipeline. The carbon dioxide pipeline is connected to an external carbon dioxide supply device and the beer storage tank via the gas distribution valve, for supplying carbon dioxide gas to the beer storage tank.

6. A modular beer storage device according to claim 2 or 5, characterized in that, The enclosure is equipped with a control panel that connects the temperature sensor and the gas distribution valve.

7. A modular beer storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first fastener includes a horizontally opened fastening groove, and the second fastener includes a fastening protrusion adapted to the fastening groove; the cross-section of the fastening protrusion is T-shaped or L-shaped.

8. A modular beer storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side wall of the box is provided with an openable baffle for the beer storage tank to enter and exit. The first fastener and the second fastener are respectively provided on the outer wall of the box located on both sides of the openable baffle.

9. A modular beer storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The top of the beer column is equipped with a sign indicating the type of beer.

10. A modular beer storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The box is equipped with casters at all four corners of its bottom.

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