Hopper cleaning machine for wine brewing

By designing a hopper cleaning machine for brewing, the low efficiency and safety hazards of traditional manual cleaning are solved by using a hopper tilting machine and a high-pressure cleaning device. This achieves comprehensive cleaning and safety protection inside the hopper, improving food safety and equipment lifespan during the brewing process.

CN224222272UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-12ANHUI GOLDEN SEED WINERY CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ANHUI GOLDEN SEED WINERY CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-15
Publication Date
2026-05-12

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Technical Problem

Traditional hopper cleaning relies on manual water pipe cleaning, which results in high labor intensity, incomplete cleaning, long time consumption, and safety hazards, affecting brewing quality and food safety.

Method used

Design a hopper cleaning machine for brewing, which uses a hopper tilting machine, a fixed water spraying device and a rotating nozzle assembly for high-pressure cleaning, and combines a limit cylinder assembly and an outer frame assembly for fixation and protection, so as to achieve comprehensive cleaning of the inside of the hopper and prevent water from overflowing.

Benefits of technology

It improves the efficiency and hygiene of hopper cleaning, prevents mold growth from affecting wine quality, reduces safety hazards, saves water, and extends equipment life.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a brewing hopper cleaning machine which comprises a support, an outer frame assembly is arranged in the support, a motor speed reducer is fixedly installed on one side of the support, the output end of the motor speed reducer is connected with a hopper overturning machine through a coupler, and a fixed water spraying device is arranged on one side of the outer frame assembly. A limiting air cylinder assembly is arranged on the hopper overturning machine, and a rotary spray head assembly is arranged on one side of the outer frame assembly. According to the hopper cleaning machine for wine brewing, the hopper is transferred to the hopper overturning machine, and the limiting air cylinder assembly is used for fixing the hopper in parallel and vertically. The hopper overturning machine is matched with the fixed water spraying device and the rotary spray head assembly to clean the hopper, so that the interior of the hopper is comprehensively cleaned, the sanitary cleaning effect is improved, the influence of mildew of accumulated materials on the wine quality in the wine making process is avoided, and meanwhile, the three faces of the outer frame assembly are protected to avoid water accumulation on the ground caused by overflow of sprayed water; potential safety hazards are reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of brewing, and in particular to a hopper cleaning machine for brewing. Background Technology

[0002] Baijiu (Chinese liquor) is mainly made from grains such as sorghum, with yeast as the saccharification and fermentation agent. Through solid-state fermentation, solid-state distillation, storage, and blending, it ultimately produces an alcoholic beverage with ethanol and water as its main components and various trace elements. During the production of baijiu, the production site, tools, equipment, raw materials, and production water must be kept clean. The hopper is the equipment that directly contacts the mash. If the hopper is not cleaned properly, the residual mash is prone to mold growth, producing miscellaneous bacteria that affect the quality of the liquor and cause food contamination during the production process, thus affecting food safety.

[0003] Traditional hopper cleaning mostly involves manual cleaning using water hoses, which is labor-intensive, results in incomplete cleaning of the hopper interior, and is time-consuming. Using water hoses increases daily water consumption, and the cleaning process can lead to large areas of water accumulation around the hopper, posing certain safety hazards.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a brewing hopper cleaning machine to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model provides a brewing hopper cleaning machine, which solves the problem that most hopper cleaning is currently done by personnel using water pipes.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a brewing hopper cleaning machine, comprising:

[0007] The bracket has an internal outer frame assembly. A motor reducer is fixedly installed on one side of the bracket. The output end of the motor reducer is connected to a hopper tilting machine via a coupling. A fixed water spray device is provided on one side of the outer frame assembly. A limit cylinder assembly is provided on the hopper tilting machine. A rotating nozzle assembly is provided on one side of the outer frame assembly. A hopper is provided on the surface of the hopper tilting machine. A rotating nozzle cylinder cover is provided on one side of the outer frame assembly. A water inlet valve is provided on the surface of the fixed water spray device.

[0008] Preferably, the outer frame assembly is provided on the top and both sides of the bracket.

[0009] Preferably, one side of the hopper tilting machine is rotatably connected to the interior of the outer frame assembly.

[0010] Preferably, the surface of the bracket is provided with a sliding assembly, which includes two sliding blocks and two sliding sleeves. One side of each of the two sliding blocks is fixedly connected to the inner wall surface of the bracket, and the two sliding sleeves are slidably connected to the surfaces of the two sliding blocks.

[0011] Preferably, a collection frame is fixedly connected to one side of the sliding sleeve, and a filter screen is fixedly installed inside the collection frame.

[0012] Preferably, one side of each of the two sliding sleeves is fixedly connected to both sides of the collection frame.

[0013] Preferably, the sliding sleeve is provided with a fixing device inside, the fixing device including two fixing holes and two fixing pins, the two fixing holes are respectively opened into the interior of the two sliding sleeves, and the two fixing pins are respectively slidably connected to the interior of the two fixing holes.

[0014] Compared with related technologies, the brewing hopper cleaning machine provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0015] This utility model provides a hopper cleaning machine for brewing. The hopper is transferred to a hopper tilting machine, and a limit cylinder assembly is used to fix the hopper horizontally and vertically. The hopper tilting machine, in conjunction with a fixed water spray device and a rotating nozzle assembly, cleans the hopper thoroughly, improving hygiene and preventing mold growth during brewing that could affect the quality of the wine. Simultaneously, a three-sided outer frame assembly protects the machine from water spillage, reducing safety hazards. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a first embodiment of a brewing hopper cleaning machine provided by this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the front view of the hopper washing machine.

[0018] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the side of the hopper washing machine.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second embodiment of a brewing hopper cleaning machine provided by this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 for Figure 4 The enlarged schematic diagram of part A is shown.

[0021] The following are the labels in the diagram: 1. Bracket, 2. Outer frame assembly, 3. Motor reducer, 4. Hopper tilting machine, 5. Fixed water spray device, 6. Limit cylinder assembly, 7. Rotary nozzle assembly, 8. Hopper, 9. Rotary nozzle cylinder cover, 10. Water inlet valve, 11. Sliding assembly, 111. Sliding block, 112. Sliding sleeve, 12. Collection frame, 13. Filter screen, 14. Fixing device, 141. Fixing hole, 142. Fixing pin. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0023] First Embodiment

[0024] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 ,in, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a first embodiment of a brewing hopper cleaning machine provided by this utility model; Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the front view of the hopper washing machine. Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows a side view of the hopper cleaning machine. A hopper cleaning machine for brewing includes:

[0025] A bracket 1 is provided, and an outer frame assembly 2 is provided inside the bracket 1. A motor reducer 3 is fixedly installed on one side of the bracket 1. The output end of the motor reducer 3 is connected to a hopper tilting machine 4 through a coupling. A fixed water spraying device 5 is provided on one side of the outer frame assembly 2. A limit cylinder assembly 6 is provided on the hopper tilting machine 4. A rotating nozzle assembly 7 is provided on one side of the outer frame assembly 2. A hopper 8 is provided on the surface of the hopper tilting machine 4. A rotating nozzle cylinder cover 9 is provided on one side of the outer frame assembly 2. A water inlet valve 10 is provided on the surface of the fixed water spraying device 5.

[0026] The limit cylinder assembly 6 consists of a cylinder and a limit plate. The cylinder is fixedly installed on the top of the hopper tilting machine 4, and the output end is connected to the limit plate. By starting the cylinder, the limit plate is pushed to one side to move, and the hopper is clamped by the cooperation between multiple sets.

[0027] The fixed water spray device 5 and the rotating nozzle assembly 7 are both high-pressure cleaning devices that improve rinsing efficiency while saving water.

[0028] The limit cylinder assembly 6 and the water inlet valve 10 are basically pneumatic devices inside the cleaning machine, which reduce the impact of water mist on the service life of electronic components and improve their service life.

[0029] The rotating nozzle assembly 7 can thoroughly clean the inside of the hopper, improving the hygiene and cleaning effect, avoiding the impact of moldy material accumulation on the quality of the wine during the brewing process, and improving food safety during production.

[0030] The outer frame component 2 provides protection on three sides to prevent water accumulation on the ground from causing slippery surfaces and posing safety hazards.

[0031] The outer frame assembly 2 is provided on the top and both sides of the bracket 1.

[0032] One side of the hopper tilting machine 4 is rotatably connected to the inside of the outer frame assembly 2.

[0033] The working principle of the brewing hopper cleaning machine provided by this utility model is as follows:

[0034] In use, the hopper 8 is transferred to the hopper tilting machine 4. Based on laser sensing, the limit cylinder assembly 6 is used to fix the hopper 8 in parallel and vertically. After it is fixed in place, the fixed water spray device 5 and the water inlet valve 10 are activated to clean the hopper 8. After cleaning for a set time, the water inlet valve 10 is closed, and the motor reducer 3 is activated to drive the hopper 8 to tilt. After tilting in place, the rotating nozzle assembly 7 is used to rinse the inside of the hopper 8. Because the fixed water spray device 5 and the rotating nozzle assembly 7 are both high-pressure cleaning devices, the rinsing efficiency is improved, and water is saved. Because the limit cylinder assembly 6 and the water inlet valve 10 are basically pneumatic equipment inside the cleaning machine, the impact of water mist on the service life of electronic components is reduced, thus extending their service life. Because the rotating nozzle assembly 7 is set up, the inside of the hopper can be thoroughly cleaned, improving the hygiene and cleaning effect, avoiding the impact of accumulated material and mold on the quality of the wine during the brewing process, and improving food safety during the production process. Because the outer frame assembly 2 is configured to protect three sides, it prevents water accumulation on the ground from causing slippery ground and posing a safety hazard.

[0035] Compared with related technologies, the brewing hopper cleaning machine provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0036] This utility model provides a hopper cleaning machine for brewing. The hopper 8 is transferred to a hopper tilting machine 4, and the hopper 8 is fixed horizontally and vertically using a limiting cylinder assembly 6. The hopper tilting machine 4, in conjunction with a fixed water spray device 5 and a rotating spray head assembly 7, cleans the hopper, thus thoroughly cleaning the inside of the hopper, improving hygiene and preventing mold growth from affecting the quality of the brewing process. Simultaneously, the outer frame assembly 2 provides three-sided protection to prevent water overflow and water accumulation on the ground, reducing safety hazards.

[0037] Second Embodiment

[0038] Please refer to the following: Figure 4 and Figure 5Based on the brewing hopper cleaning machine provided in the first embodiment of this application, the second embodiment of this application proposes another brewing hopper cleaning machine. The second embodiment is merely a preferred embodiment of the first embodiment, and the implementation of the second embodiment will not affect the separate implementation of the first embodiment.

[0039] Specifically, the difference in the brewing hopper cleaning machine provided in the second embodiment of this application is that the surface of the support 1 of the brewing hopper cleaning machine is provided with a sliding component 11. The sliding component 11 includes two sliding blocks 111 and two sliding sleeves 112. One side of each of the two sliding blocks 111 is fixedly connected to the inner wall surface of the support 1, and the two sliding sleeves 112 are slidably connected to the surfaces of the two sliding blocks 111.

[0040] The sliding block 111 is a T-shaped block, and the sliding sleeve 112 has a T-shaped groove inside that is adapted to the sliding block 111, so that the sliding sleeve 112 can move on the surface of the sliding block 111.

[0041] A collection frame 12 is fixedly connected to one side of the sliding sleeve 112, and a filter screen 13 is fixedly installed inside the collection frame 12.

[0042] One side of each of the two sliding sleeves 112 is fixedly connected to both sides of the collection frame 12.

[0043] The sliding sleeve 112 is provided with a fixing device 14 inside. The fixing device 14 includes two fixing holes 141 and two fixing pins 142. The two fixing holes 141 are respectively opened into the interior of the two sliding sleeves 112, and the two fixing pins 142 are respectively slidably connected to the interior of the two fixing holes 141.

[0044] The two sliding blocks 111 are also provided with fixing holes 141, which are used to limit the sliding sleeve 112 after the two fixing pins 142 are inserted into the two fixing holes 141 respectively, thereby limiting the collection frame 12, making it convenient to disassemble it later and clean the filter screen 13.

[0045] The working principle of the brewing hopper cleaning machine provided by this utility model is as follows:

[0046] During use, water droplets from the cleaning hopper fall into the collection frame 12, are filtered through the filter screen 13, and then discharged.

[0047] When the filter screen 13 needs to be cleaned, the fixing pin 142 is moved upward, thereby moving upward and separating inside the fixing hole 141. The collection frame 12 is then pulled to one side, causing the two sliding sleeves 112 to move to one side and separate on the surfaces of the two sliding blocks 111 respectively. The collection frame 12 can then be removed, making it convenient to clean the filter screen 13.

[0048] When installing the collection frame 12, after inserting the two sliding sleeves 112 on both sides of the collection frame 12 into the surfaces of the two sliding blocks 111 respectively, the collection frame 12 is moved to one side, causing the two sliding sleeves 112 to move to the appropriate position. Then, the fixing pin 142 is inserted into the inside of the fixing hole 141.

[0049] Compared with related technologies, the brewing hopper cleaning machine provided by this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0050] This utility model provides a hopper cleaning machine for brewing, which uses a collection frame 12 and a filter screen 13 to filter the cleaning water, thereby preventing the discharge of residue from being inconvenient for later cleaning.

[0051] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and does not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the content of this utility model specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A hopper cleaning machine for brewing, characterized in that, include: The bracket has an internal outer frame assembly. A motor reducer is fixedly installed on one side of the bracket. The output end of the motor reducer is connected to a hopper tilting machine via a coupling. A fixed water spray device is provided on one side of the outer frame assembly. A limit cylinder assembly is provided on the hopper tilting machine. A rotating nozzle assembly is provided on one side of the outer frame assembly. A hopper is provided on the surface of the hopper tilting machine. A rotating nozzle cylinder cover is provided on one side of the outer frame assembly. A water inlet valve is provided on the surface of the fixed water spray device.

2. The brewing hopper cleaning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer frame assembly is provided on the top and both sides of the bracket.

3. The brewing hopper cleaning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, One side of the hopper tilting machine is rotatably connected to the interior of the outer frame assembly.

4. A brewing hopper cleaning machine according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surface of the bracket is provided with a sliding assembly, which includes two sliding blocks and two sliding sleeves. One side of each of the two sliding blocks is fixedly connected to the inner wall surface of the bracket, and the two sliding sleeves are slidably connected to the surfaces of the two sliding blocks.

5. A brewing hopper cleaning machine according to claim 4, characterized in that, A collection frame is fixedly connected to one side of the sliding sleeve, and a filter screen is fixedly installed inside the collection frame.

6. A brewing hopper cleaning machine according to claim 5, characterized in that, One side of each of the two sliding sleeves is fixedly connected to both sides of the collection frame.

7. A brewing hopper cleaning machine according to claim 6, characterized in that, The sliding sleeve is provided with a fixing device inside. The fixing device includes two fixing holes and two fixing pins. The two fixing holes are respectively opened into the interior of the two sliding sleeves, and the two fixing pins are respectively slidably connected to the interior of the two fixing holes.