Fermentation tank convenient for stratified sampling
By designing sampling tubes and limiting structures in the fermenter, the problem of cumbersome layered sampling in traditional fermenters is solved, enabling simple and efficient sampling of multi-layered materials.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423280985.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-30
AI Technical Summary
Existing fermenters lack a structure that facilitates stratified sampling during the stratified fermentation process, resulting in cumbersome and labor-intensive operation and difficulty in simultaneously sampling materials from multiple different layers.
The design includes a sampling tube, an inner tube, an outer tube, a limiting ring, and a limiting block. The outer tube is rotated to facilitate the sampling of materials at multiple levels, and the inner and outer tubes are fixed by the limiting block and limiting hole, simplifying the operation process.
It enables convenient sampling of multi-level materials, reduces operational errors and manpower consumption, and improves sampling efficiency and product quality.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fermentation tank technology, specifically to a fermentation tank that facilitates stratified sampling. Background Technology
[0002] In the development of low-lactose and low-allergenic goat milk products, lactose in dairy products is hydrolyzed into glucose and galactose using the enzyme lactase to produce low-lactose dairy products, thus addressing the lactose intolerance problem in some populations. Enzymatic hydrolysis is also used to moderately hydrolyze milk proteins, breaking them down into smaller peptide fragments, thereby reducing protein allergenicity and improving the tolerance of individuals with functional dyspepsia to dairy products. These processes require the use of fermentation tanks.
[0003] Existing fermenters suffer from the following problems due to structural deficiencies:
[0004] 1. Traditional fermenters usually do not take into account that the material will be stratified inside the fermenter. The fermentation rate of the material in different layers is different. A structure that facilitates sampling of the stratified material is needed to allow operators to test the material in different layers and ensure the overall fermentation progress of the material.
[0005] 2. Traditional fermentation tanks with layered sampling structures usually do not take into account the simultaneous sampling of materials from multiple different layers. This requires operators to perform sampling multiple times, which is too cumbersome.
[0006] 3. Traditional fermentation tanks typically do not take into account the fact that during the stratified sampling process, the sampling port needs to be opened and left inside the fermentation tank for a period of time to allow sufficient time for the material of that layer to flow into the sampling structure before the sampling port is closed and the material is removed. This requires manual holding of the sampling structure to fix it, which is too labor-intensive. Utility Model Content
[0007] In view of the problems mentioned in the background art above, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a fermenter that facilitates stratified sampling and solves the problems existing in the prior art.
[0008] To achieve the above technical objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:
[0009] A fermenter for easy stratified sampling includes a fermenter body, which is provided with an inlet, an outlet and a support base. The fermenter body is equipped with a fixing frame, and the fixing frame is equipped with a driving component. The power output end of the driving component is equipped with a stirring shaft, and the stirring shaft is fixedly equipped with stirring blades.
[0010] The fermenter is fixedly equipped with a sampling tube, which is matched with an outer tube and an inner tube. The sampling tube is also matched with a guide tube that matches the outer tube. The guide tube has a first sampling port, the outer tube has a second sampling port that matches the first sampling port, the inner tube has a sampling groove, the sampling groove has a third sampling port that matches the second sampling port, and the outer tube is equipped with a limiting ring that matches the sampling tube.
[0011] Furthermore, the sampling tube is fixedly mounted with a support block, the support block is equipped with a hinged component, the hinged component is fitted with a cover plate that matches the sampling tube, and the cover plate is fitted with a sealing ring. This structural design prevents dust and other contaminants from entering the fermentation tank, ensuring the quality of the fermented product.
[0012] Furthermore, the inner tube is equipped with a handle, and the handle is provided with anti-slip texture. This structural design makes it easier to remove the inner and outer tubes, and more convenient for operators to use.
[0013] Further specifying, the inner tube is provided with an inner groove, the inner groove is equipped with a first spring, the first spring is equipped with a first slider, the first slider is equipped with a first interactive block and a limiting block, the outer tube is provided with a limiting hole matching the limiting block, the inner groove is equipped with a second spring, the second spring is equipped with a second slider matching the first interactive block, the second slider is equipped with a third interactive block, the inner tube is provided with a sliding groove, the sliding groove is equipped with a third spring, the third spring is equipped with a third slider, the third slider is equipped with a sliding rod matching the third interactive block. This structural design allows the inner tube to be better fixed to the outer tube, reducing operator errors during operation and preventing leakage.
[0014] Furthermore, the inner tube is equipped with a positioning block, and the outer tube is provided with a positioning groove that matches the positioning block. This structural design makes installation of the outer tube on the inner tube more convenient and precise, and positioning simpler.
[0015] The present invention has the following advantages:
[0016] This utility model, by setting up a sampling tube, an inner tube, an outer tube, a first sampling port, a second sampling port, a third sampling port, and a sampling groove, enables the first sampling port, the second sampling port, and the third sampling port to be matched by rotating the outer tube, thereby achieving the effect of sampling materials, making sampling simpler and more convenient for operators to observe.
[0017] This invention, by setting up multiple sampling slots, enables the simultaneous sampling of materials at different levels, making the operation more convenient and practical.
[0018] This utility model, by setting a limiting block and a limiting hole, can achieve the effect of fixing the outer tube and the inner tube relative to each other, making the operation of opening and closing the sampling port of the equipment simpler and less labor-intensive. Attached Figure Description
[0019] This utility model can be further illustrated by the non-limiting embodiments given in the accompanying drawings;
[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a fermenter that facilitates stratified sampling according to the present invention;
[0021] Figure 2 This is a front view of a fermenter for easy stratified sampling as described in this utility model;
[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the inner and outer tubes of a fermenter for easy stratified sampling as described in this utility model;
[0023] Figure 4 This is a front cross-sectional view of a fermenter that facilitates stratified sampling according to the present invention;
[0024] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 An enlarged view of region A in the diagram;
[0025] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Cross-sectional view at point BB.
[0026] The symbols for the main components are explained as follows: 1. Fermentation tank body; 2. Inlet; 3. Outlet; 4. Support base; 5. Fixing frame; 6. Drive component; 7. Stirring shaft; 8. Stirring blade; 9. Sampling tube; 10. Outer tube; 11. Inner tube; 12. Guide tube; 13. First sampling port; 14. Second sampling port; 15. Sampling groove; 16. Third sampling port; 17. Support block; 18. Hinge component; 19. Cover plate; 20. Limiting ring; 21. Handle; 22. Inner groove; 23. First spring; 24. First interactive block; 25. Limiting block; 26. Limiting hole; 27. Second spring; 28. Second slider; 29. Third interactive block; 30. Slide groove; 31. Third spring; 32. Third slider; 33. Slide rod; 34. Positioning block; 35. Positioning groove; 36. Detailed Implementation
[0027] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand this utility model, the technical solution of this utility model will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0028] like Figures 1-6 As shown, a fermenter for easy stratified sampling includes a fermenter body 1, which is provided with a feed inlet 2, a discharge outlet 3 and a support base 4. The fermenter body 1 is equipped with a fixing frame 5, the fixing frame 5 is equipped with a driving component 6, the power output end of the driving component 6 is equipped with a stirring shaft 7, and the stirring shaft 7 is fixedly equipped with stirring blades 8.
[0029] A sampling tube 9 is fixedly installed in the fermentation tank 1. An outer tube 10 is installed in match with the sampling tube 9. An inner tube 11 is installed in match with the outer tube 10. A guide tube 12 that matches the outer tube 10 is installed in match with the sampling tube 9. The guide tube 12 is provided with a first sampling port 13. A second sampling port 14 that matches the first sampling port 13 is provided in the outer tube 10. A sampling groove 15 is provided in the inner tube 11. A third sampling port 16 that matches the second sampling port 14 is provided in the sampling groove 15. A limiting ring 20 that matches the sampling tube 9 is installed in the outer tube 10.
[0030] Working principle explanation:
[0031] Example 1, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, raw materials such as dairy products and enzyme preparations such as lactase are fed into fermentation tank 1 through feed inlet 2 for fermentation. The drive component 6 is activated to drive the stirring shaft 7 to rotate, which in turn drives the stirring fan blades 8 to stir the materials to ensure uniformity. Finally, the fermented materials are discharged through the discharge outlet 3. It is worth noting that when sampling is required, the outer tube 10 is rotated to rotate the second sampling port 14. When the second sampling port 14, the first sampling port 13, and the third sampling port 16 are matched, the materials pass through the first sampling port 13, the second sampling port 14, and the third sampling port 16 in sequence and then flow into the sampling trough 15. After standing for a period of time, the sampling trough 15 is filled with sample materials. The outer tube 10 is rotated back to rotate the second sampling port 14 so that it is no longer matched with the first sampling port 13 and the third sampling port 16. At this time, the inner tube 11 and the outer tube 10 can be lifted and the sampled materials in the sampling trough 15 can be taken out.
[0032] Example 2, as Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, this embodiment adds the following structure based on embodiment 1: the sampling tube 9 is fixedly installed with a support block 17, the support block 17 is installed with a hinge component 18, the hinge component 18 is installed with a cover plate 19 that matches the sampling tube 9, and the cover plate 19 is fitted with a sealing ring. It is worth noting that when the fermentation tank 1 does not need to be sampled, the sampling tube 9 can be closed by rotating the cover plate 19 around the hinge component 18. This structural design prevents dust and other particles from entering the fermentation tank and ensures the quality of the fermented product.
[0033] Example 3, as Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, this embodiment adds the following structure based on embodiment 1: the inner tube 11 is equipped with a handle 21, and the handle 21 is provided with anti-slip texture. It is worth noting that when taking out the inner tube 11 and the outer tube 10, the handle 21 can be used for operation. This structural design makes it more convenient to take out the inner tube 11 and the outer tube 10, and more convenient for operators to use.
[0034] Example 4, as Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, this embodiment adds the following structure based on embodiment 1: the inner tube 11 is provided with an inner groove 22, the inner groove 22 is equipped with a first spring 23, the first spring 23 is equipped with a first slider 24, the first slider 24 is equipped with a first interactive block 25 and a limiting block 26, the outer tube 10 is provided with a limiting hole 27 matching the limiting block 26, the inner groove 22 is equipped with a second spring 28, the second spring 28 is equipped with a second slider 29 matching the first interactive block 25, the second slider 29 is equipped with a third interactive block 30, the inner tube 11 is provided with a sliding groove 31, the sliding groove 31 is equipped with a third spring 32, the third spring 32 is equipped with a third slider 33, the third slider 33 is equipped with a sliding rod 34 matching the third interactive block 30. It is worth noting that when it is necessary to rotate the outer tube 10, First, the sliding rod 34 is pressed down to drive the third slider 33 to compress the third spring 32. The sliding rod 34 contacts the third interactive block 30. The third interactive block 30 is subjected to force and moves to drive the second slider 29 to compress the second spring 28. The second slider 29 drives the first interactive block 25 to be subjected to force. The first interactive block 25 drives the first slider 24 to move and compress the first spring 23. The movement of the first slider 24 drives the limiting block 26 to move and disengage from the limiting hole 27. At this time, the outer tube 10 can be rotated. When the limiting block 26 matches the limiting hole 27, the first spring 23 rebounds, causing the first slider 24 to move and drive the limiting block 26 to move and insert into the limiting hole 27 for limiting and fixing. This structural design allows the inner tube 11 to be better fixed on the outer tube 10, reducing the error caused by the operator during operation and avoiding leakage.
[0035] Example 5, as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, this embodiment adds the following structure based on embodiment 1: the inner tube 11 is equipped with a positioning block 35, and the outer tube 10 is provided with a positioning groove 36 that matches the positioning block 35. It is worth noting that when installing the inner tube 11 and the outer tube 10, the positioning block 35 can be matched with the positioning groove 36 to position the inner tube 11 and the outer tube 10. This structural design makes the installation of the outer tube 10 on the inner tube 11 more convenient and accurate, and the positioning simpler.
[0036] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and effects of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Any person skilled in the art can modify or alter the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or alterations made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and technical concept disclosed in this utility model should still be covered by the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A fermenter for easy stratified sampling, comprising a fermenter body (1), characterized in that: The fermentation tank (1) is provided with a feed inlet (2), a discharge outlet (3) and a support base (4). The fermentation tank (1) is equipped with a fixing frame (5). The fixing frame (5) is equipped with a driving component (6). The driving component (6) has a stirring shaft (7) installed at its power output end. The stirring shaft (7) is fixedly equipped with stirring blades (8). The fermentation tank (1) is fixedly equipped with a sampling tube (9), the sampling tube (9) is matched with an outer tube (10), the outer tube (10) is matched with an inner tube (11), the sampling tube (9) is matched with a guide tube (12) that matches the outer tube (10), the guide tube (12) is provided with a first sampling port (13), the outer tube (10) is provided with a second sampling port (14) that matches the first sampling port (13), the inner tube (11) is provided with a sampling groove (15), the sampling groove (15) is provided with a third sampling port (16) that matches the second sampling port (14), and the outer tube (10) is equipped with a limiting ring (20) that matches the sampling tube (9).
2. The fermenter for easy stratified sampling according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sampling tube (9) is fixedly installed with a support block (17), the support block (17) is installed with a hinge component (18), the hinge component (18) is installed with a cover plate (19) that matches the sampling tube (9), and the cover plate (19) is fitted with a sealing ring.
3. A fermenter for easy stratified sampling according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inner tube (11) is fitted with a handle (21), and the handle (21) is provided with anti-slip texture.
4. A fermenter for easy stratified sampling according to claim 3, characterized in that: The inner tube (11) is provided with an inner groove (22), the inner groove (22) is equipped with a first spring (23), the first spring (23) is equipped with a first slider (24), the first slider (24) is equipped with a first interactive block (25) and a limiting block (26), the outer tube (10) is provided with a limiting hole (27) matching the limiting block (26), the inner groove (22) is equipped with a second spring (28), the second spring (28) is equipped with a second slider (29) matching the first interactive block (25), the second slider (29) is equipped with a third interactive block (30), the inner tube (11) is provided with a sliding groove (31), the sliding groove (31) is equipped with a third spring (32), the third spring (32) is equipped with a third slider (33), the third slider (33) is equipped with a sliding rod (34) matching the third interactive block (30).
5. A fermenter for easy stratified sampling according to claim 4, characterized in that: The inner tube (11) is equipped with a positioning block (35), and the outer tube (10) is provided with a positioning groove (36) that matches the positioning block (35).