Wine cellar sealing device and cellar sealing system
By designing a cellar sealing device, liquid sealing technology was used to solve the problem of easy contamination of the cellar mud seal with miscellaneous bacteria, achieving a highly airtight and clean enclosed space, thus improving the quality of winemaking.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520437858.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-13
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-06
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-13
AI Technical Summary
In existing brewing fermentation processes, the cellar lining mud is prone to contamination by miscellaneous bacteria, resulting in poor sealing stability and affecting the quality of alcoholic beverages.
The cellar sealing device includes a cellar, a fixed tank, positioning components, and sealing components. It achieves a high degree of airtightness in the enclosed space through liquid sealing, preventing the mash from contacting the outside air and using the liquid to release fermentation gases.
It improves the sealing and cleanliness of enclosed spaces, prevents the intrusion of unwanted bacteria, and enhances the quality of brewing.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of brewing technology, and more specifically, to a cellar sealing device and sealing system. Background Technology
[0002] Fermentation is a crucial step in the winemaking process, where enzymes and microorganisms (primarily yeast) convert starch into sugars, which in turn are converted into alcohol and other flavor compounds. This process not only produces ethanol but also generates various organic acids, esters, aldehydes, and other compounds, giving the wine its unique aroma and taste. Common winemaking fermentation techniques involve sealing the fermentation pit with mud or a lid, which can lead to contamination by other microorganisms and poor seal stability, resulting in the proliferation of unwanted microorganisms and affecting the quality of the wine. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a cellar sealing device and system, in which the cellar tank is used to place the mash, improve the sealing of the enclosed space, ensure the cleanliness of the enclosed space, prevent the mash in the enclosed space from coming into contact with the outside air, and thus improve the quality of brewing.
[0004] The first aspect of this utility model provides a wine cellar sealing device, which includes:
[0005] cellar;
[0006] A fixing groove is installed in the pit and defines the pit from the pit, and the fixing groove is arranged around the opening of the pit.
[0007] A positioning element, wherein the positioning element is disposed within the fixing groove;
[0008] A first sealing element is provided on the opening of the pit, and the end of the first sealing element is wrapped around the positioning element, and the end of the first sealing element abuts between the positioning element and the bottom wall of the fixing groove and together with the pit to define a closed space.
[0009] The fixed groove is filled with liquid, and the liquid level is not less than the height of the positioning element.
[0010] In one possible embodiment of this utility model, the opening direction of the fixing groove is parallel to the opening direction of the pit.
[0011] In one possible embodiment of this invention, the fixing groove is an annular structure, so that a liquid channel is formed within the fixing groove.
[0012] In one possible embodiment of this utility model, there are multiple positioning elements, which are arranged around the fixing groove. Adjacent positioning elements are arranged at an angle, and opposite positioning elements are parallel to each other.
[0013] In one possible embodiment of this utility model, the fixing groove is provided with multiple bends, and each of the bends is an arc-shaped structure.
[0014] In one possible embodiment of this utility model, a chamfer is provided at the opening of the fixing groove.
[0015] In one possible embodiment of this utility model, the bottom height of the fixing groove is greater than the opening height of the pit, and the fixing groove is provided with a drainage component.
[0016] In one possible embodiment of the present invention, a second seal is further included, which covers the side of the first seal opposite to the pit.
[0017] In one possible embodiment of this utility model, a temperature measuring element is further included, one end of which extends into the pit.
[0018] The second aspect of this utility model provides a cellar sealing system, including the cellar sealing device described in any of the above embodiments.
[0019] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model provides a cellar sealing device and system, in which a cellar pit and a fixed trough define the cellar pit, which is used to place mash for fermentation. The fixed trough is arranged around the opening of the cellar pit, and a positioning member is wound around the end of a first sealing member to achieve the purpose of positioning and fixing the first sealing member. This makes it easy to form a closed space between the first sealing member and the cellar pit when the first sealing member is placed over the opening of the cellar pit. The fixed trough is filled with liquid, and the liquid level is not less than the height of the positioning member, so as to achieve a liquid seal effect on the first sealing member, thereby improving the sealing performance of the closed space, ensuring the cleanliness of the closed space, and preventing the mash in the closed space from coming into contact with the outside air. When the mash ferments and produces gas, the gas can be discharged through the liquid in the fixed trough, thereby improving the brewing quality. Attached Figure Description
[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cellar sealing device provided in some embodiments of the present invention. Figure 1 ;
[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cellar sealing device provided in some embodiments of the present invention. Figure 2 ;
[0023] Figure 3 This is a top view of the fixing groove of the wine cellar sealing device provided in some embodiments of the present invention.
[0024] Explanation of key component symbols;
[0025] 100-Cellar sealing device; 110-Cellar pit; 120-Fixing groove; 121-Bending part; 122-Chamfered part; 123-Drainage component; 130-Cellar trough; 140-Positioning component; 150-First sealing component; 160-Second sealing component; 170-Temperature measuring component; X-First direction; Y-Second direction. Detailed Implementation
[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.
[0027] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0028] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0030] Furthermore, terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," and "sag" do not imply that components must be absolutely horizontal or suspended, but rather that they can be slightly tilted. For example, "horizontal" simply means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical," and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly tilted.
[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" 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 based on the specific circumstances.
[0032] The following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, outlines some embodiments of the present invention. Unless otherwise specified, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other.
[0033] Example 1
[0034] refer to Figure 1 As shown, an embodiment of this application provides a wine cellar sealing device 100, which includes a cellar 110, a fixing groove 120, a positioning element 140, and a first sealing element 150.
[0035] Specifically, in combination Figure 1 and Figure 3As shown, the fixing groove 120 is installed in the pit 110 and defines a pit trough 130 with the pit 110, and the fixing groove 120 is arranged around the opening of the pit trough 130. The positioning member 140 is disposed in the fixing groove 120. The first sealing member 150 is placed over the opening of the pit 130, and the end of the first sealing member 150 is wrapped around the positioning member 140. The end of the first sealing member 150 abuts against the bottom wall of the positioning member 140 and the fixing groove 120, and together with the pit 130, defines a closed space. The fixing groove 120 is arranged around the opening of the pit 130. The pit 110 and the fixing groove 120 define the pit 130. The pit 130 is used to place the mash for fermentation. The positioning member 140 is wrapped around the end of the first sealing member 150 to fix the first sealing member 150, so that when the first sealing member 150 is placed over the opening of the pit 130, the first sealing member 150 and the pit 130 form a closed space. As an example, the first sealing element 150 is a cellar cloth made of flexible material. The cellar cloth is used to cover and seal the opening of the cellar 130, and has good sealing and certain waterproof performance. The cellar cloth can be made of chemical fiber cloth, polypropylene non-woven fabric or composite material.
[0036] In this embodiment, the fixing tank 120 is filled with liquid, and the liquid level is not less than the height of the positioning member 140. The liquid can be water or other types of liquid, so that the liquid submerges the positioning member 140. Correspondingly, the fixing tank 120 is filled with liquid, and the liquid level is not less than the height of the positioning member 140, so as to achieve a liquid seal effect on the first sealing member 150, thereby improving the sealing performance of the closed space, ensuring the cleanliness of the closed space, and preventing the fermented mash in the closed space from coming into contact with the outside air. When the fermented mash produces gas, the gas can be discharged through the liquid in the fixing tank 120.
[0037] Understandably, the inventors of this application discovered in their research that the fermentation pit 110 needs to be sealed during the brewing process of alcoholic beverages. Traditional baijiu brewing processes use pit mud to seal the pit, but the miscellaneous bacteria and their metabolites in the pit mud can affect the fermentation quality. Furthermore, the use of pit mud can easily lead to mold growth. If the sealing of the pit 110 is not properly secured, it may result in fermentation failure, causing off-flavors and impurities in the baijiu, affecting the flavor and taste of the alcoholic beverage. In addition, alcoholic beverages continuously produce gas during fermentation, which needs to be released to prevent damage to the first sealing element 150 and ensure its airtightness. Moreover, prolonged contact between the fermented mash and air can affect the fermentation effect. Therefore, alternative solutions are sought in the fermentation process of alcoholic beverages. This application uses a cellar sealing device 100 to form a closed space to facilitate the fermentation of the mash and to achieve the purpose of venting, which has better technical effects.
[0038] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the wine cellar sealing device 100 has a first direction X and a second direction Y, wherein the first direction X and the second direction Y are perpendicular to each other. For example, the first direction X refers to the height direction of the wine cellar sealing device 100, and the second direction Y refers to the width direction of the wine cellar sealing device 100. It is understood that the above definitions are only for ease of understanding the relative positional relationships of the various parts in the wine cellar sealing device 100 and should not be construed as limitations on this application.
[0039] In one embodiment, reference Figure 1 As shown, optionally, the groove direction of the fixing groove 120 is parallel to the groove direction of the pit 130, that is, the groove direction of the fixing groove 120 and the groove direction of the pit 130 are in the same direction, so that when the first sealing member 150 closes the pit 130, it is sealed and fixed through the position of the fixing groove 120, thus ensuring the sealing effect of the first sealing member 150.
[0040] In one embodiment, combined Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, optionally, the cellar sealing device 100 further includes a second sealing element 160, which covers the side of the first sealing element 150 away from the cellar 130. The second sealing element 160 is used to cover the first sealing element 150 and is made of flexible material. On the one hand, the second sealing element 160 plays a dustproof role against the first sealing element 150. On the other hand, the second sealing element 160 can be used to check whether the first sealing element 150 is damaged or leaking. When the first sealing element 150 is damaged, gas will overflow through the damaged position, thereby blowing the second sealing element 160 and creating a gap between the second sealing element 160 and the first sealing element 150, which is convenient for staff to check.
[0041] In summary, the cellar sealing device 100 defines a cellar 130 by the cellar pool 110 and the fixing groove 120. The cellar 130 is used to place the mash for fermentation. The fixing groove 120 surrounds the opening of the cellar 130. The positioning member 140 is wound around the end of the first sealing member 150 to fix the first sealing member 150. This allows the first sealing member 150 and the cellar 130 to form a closed space when the first sealing member 150 is placed over the opening of the cellar 130. The fixing groove 120 is filled with liquid, and the liquid level is not less than the height of the positioning member 140, achieving a liquid seal effect on the first sealing member 150. This improves the sealing performance of the closed space, ensures the cleanliness of the closed space, and prevents the mash in the closed space from coming into contact with the outside air. When the mash ferments and produces gas, the gas can be discharged through the liquid in the fixing groove 120, thereby improving the brewing quality.
[0042] refer to Figures 1 to 3 As shown, an embodiment of this application provides another cellar sealing device 100, which includes a cellar 110, a fixing groove 120, a positioning element 140 and a first sealing element 150.
[0043] Specifically, in combination Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the fixing groove 120 is installed in the pit 110 and defines a pit trough 130 with the pit 110, and the fixing groove 120 is arranged around the opening of the pit trough 130. The positioning member 140 is disposed in the fixing groove 120. The first sealing member 150 is placed over the opening of the pit 130, allowing the fermented mash to accumulate and cover the first sealing member 150. The end of the first sealing member 150 is wrapped around the positioning member 140, and the end of the first sealing member 150 abuts against the bottom wall of the positioning member 140 and the fixing groove 120, together with the pit 130, defining a closed space. The fixing groove 120 is arranged around the opening of the pit 130. The pit 110 and the fixing groove 120 define the pit 130, which is used to place the fermented mash for fermentation. The positioning member 140 is wrapped around the end of the first sealing member 150 to position and fix the first sealing member 150, so that when the first sealing member 150 is placed over the opening of the pit 130, the first sealing member 150 and the pit 130 form a closed space. Exemplary, the first sealing element 150 is a flexible cellar cloth, used to cover and seal the opening of the cellar trough 130, possessing good sealing and certain waterproof performance. The cellar cloth can be made of chemical fiber cloth, polypropylene non-woven fabric, or composite materials. The fixing trough 120 is filled with liquid, the liquid level not less than the height of the positioning element 140. The liquid can be water or other types of liquid, submerging the positioning element 140. Correspondingly, the fixing trough 120 is filled with liquid, the liquid level not less than the height of the positioning element 140, achieving a liquid seal effect on the first sealing element 150, thereby improving the sealing performance of the enclosed space, ensuring the cleanliness within the enclosed space, and preventing the fermented mash in the enclosed space from contacting the outside air. When the fermented mash produces gas, the gas can be discharged through the liquid in the fixing trough 120.
[0044] In one embodiment, reference Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, optionally, the opening direction of the fixing groove 120 is parallel to the opening direction of the cellar trough 130, that is, the opening direction of the fixing groove 120 and the opening direction of the cellar trough 130 are in the same direction, so that when the first sealing member 150 seals the cellar trough 130, it is sealed and fixed through the position of the fixing groove 120, ensuring the sealing effect of the first sealing member 150. For example, the opening direction of the fixing groove 120 and the opening direction of the cellar trough 130 are both along the height direction of the cellar sealing device 100.
[0045] In one embodiment, reference Figure 3As shown, optionally, the fixing groove 120 is an annular structure to form a liquid channel within the fixing groove 120. The annular structure of the fixing groove 120 facilitates the flow of liquid, allowing the liquid to immerse the positioning member 140 within the fixing groove 120. Multiple positioning members 140 can be placed within the annular structure of the fixing groove 120, and the first sealing member 150 can be wound and fixed by the positioning members 140.
[0046] Optionally, there are multiple positioning elements 140, which are arranged around the fixing groove 120. Adjacent positioning elements 140 are arranged at an angle, and opposite positioning elements 140 are parallel to each other. This allows the positioning elements 140 to fix a larger area of the first sealing element 150, ensuring the sealing effect of the first sealing element 150 in forming a closed space. For example, there are four positioning elements 140, which are located around the perimeter of the fixing groove 120.
[0047] Optionally, such as Figure 2 As shown, the fixing groove 120 is provided with a plurality of bends 121, each of which is an arc-shaped structure. The arc-shaped bend 121 facilitates the placement of the end of the first sealing member 150, making it easy for the four sides of the end of the first sealing member 150 to be placed inside the fixing groove 120. At the same time, it allows the gas generated by the mash to be discharged from the position of the bend 121, avoiding the accumulation of too much gas inside the enclosed space.
[0048] Optionally, a chamfered portion 122 is provided at the opening of the fixing groove 120. The chamfered portion 122 is in contact with and moves relative to the first seal 150, which reduces the possibility of the chamfered portion 122 scratching or damaging the first seal 150 and thus extends the service life of the first seal 150.
[0049] Optionally, such as Figure 2 As shown, the bottom height of the fixed groove 120 is greater than the opening height of the pit 130. The fixed groove 120 is equipped with a drainage component 123. In other words, the bottom height of the fixed groove 120 is higher than the opening height of the pit 130, so that the liquid in the fixed groove 120 can achieve a liquid seal against the first sealing component 150 and the positioning component 140, and the liquid in the fixed groove 120 can be discharged through the drainage component 123. For example, the user can control the drainage component 123 to open or close.
[0050] In one embodiment, combined Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, optionally, the cellar sealing device 100 further includes a second sealing element 160. The second sealing element 160 covers the side of the first sealing element 150 facing away from the cellar trough 130. The second sealing element 160 is used to cover the first sealing element 150 and is made of a flexible material. On the one hand, the second sealing element 160 serves to prevent dust from entering the first sealing element 150; on the other hand, the second sealing element 160 can be used to check whether the first sealing element 150 is damaged or leaking. When the first sealing element 150 is damaged, gas will escape through the damaged area, thereby blowing the second sealing element 160 and creating a gap between the second sealing element 160 and the first sealing element 150, facilitating inspection by staff. For example, the second sealing element 160 is a plastic film.
[0051] In one embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown, optionally, the cellar sealing device 100 also includes a temperature measuring element 170, one end of which extends into the cellar 130. The temperature measuring element 170 extends into the cellar 130 to manage and monitor the temperature of the mash during the fermentation process, ensuring that the cellar 130 is at a suitable temperature. The temperature measuring element 170 can be one of a temperature sensor, a thermometer, or a data logger, and no specific limitation is made here.
[0052] The present invention also provides a cellar sealing system, including the cellar sealing device 100 in the above embodiments. The cellar sealing system including the cellar sealing device 100 has all the beneficial effects of the cellar sealing device 100, which will not be described in detail here.
[0053] In all examples shown and described herein, any specific values should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations; therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values.
[0054] The embodiments described above are merely examples of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these modifications and improvements all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A cellar sealing device, characterized in that The wine cellar sealing device comprises: a cellar; a fixed groove mounted on the cellar and defining a cellar groove with the cellar, and the fixed groove is provided with a groove opening around the cellar groove; a positioning member provided in the fixed groove; a first sealing member covering the groove opening of the cellar groove, and the end of the first sealing member is wound around the positioning member and abuts between the positioning member and the bottom wall of the fixed groove to jointly define a closed space with the cellar groove; a liquid is provided in the fixed groove, and the liquid level is not less than the height of the positioning member.
2. A cellar closure device according to claim 1, characterised in that, The direction of the groove opening of the fixed groove is parallel to the direction of the groove opening of the cellar groove.
3. The wine cellar closure device of claim 1, wherein, The fixed groove is in a ring structure to form a liquid channel in the fixed groove.
4. A cellar closure device according to claim 3, characterised in that, The number of the positioning members is multiple, and the multiple positioning members are provided around the fixed groove, and adjacent two positioning members are provided at an angle, and opposite two positioning members are parallel to each other.
5. The wine cellar closure device of claim 3, wherein, The fixed groove is provided with multiple bending portions, and any bending portion is in an arc structure.
6. The wine cellar closure device of claim 3, wherein, The position of the groove opening of the fixed groove is provided with a chamfered portion.
7. The wine cellar closure device of claim 3, wherein, The height of the groove bottom of the fixed groove is greater than the height of the groove opening of the cellar groove, and the fixed groove is provided with a drainage member.
8. A cellar closure device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein, The wine cellar sealing device further comprises a second sealing member covering one side of the first sealing member away from the cellar groove.
9. A cellar closure device according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein, The wine cellar sealing device further comprises a temperature measuring member, and one end of the temperature measuring member extends into the cellar groove.
10. A cellar sealing system, characterized in that The wine cellar sealing device further comprises the wine cellar sealing device according to any one of claims 1 to 9.