Finished product cooling and storing device for beer brewing production line

Abstract

The utility model relates to a beer brewing production line finished product cooling and storing device which comprises a tank body, a spirally rising cooling pipe is arranged in a heat preservation layer, a cooling structure used for rapidly cooling an inner cavity of the tank body is further arranged in the tank body, and the cooling structure comprises a transverse box extending transversely and two longitudinal boxes extending longitudinally and arranged longitudinally. The transverse box is located between the two longitudinal boxes and fixedly connected to the transverse box, snake-shaped cooling channels are arranged in the transverse box and the longitudinal boxes, the top face of the transverse box is fixedly connected with a liquid inlet box communicating with an inner cavity of the transverse box and the longitudinal inner cavity, and the bottom face of the transverse box is fixedly connected with a liquid outlet box communicating with the inner cavity of the transverse box and the longitudinal inner cavity. According to the preferable scheme, in the using process, the tank body is cooled from the outer side through the arrangement of the cooling pipe, then the transverse box and the longitudinal box are used, cooling of the transverse box and the longitudinal box is achieved through the arrangement of the transverse box, the longitudinal box and the cooling channel, cooling is conducted in the tank body, cooling is conducted from the interior, the cooling efficiency is improved, and meanwhile the temperature difference in the tank body is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the beer industry, and more particularly to the field of beer production technology, specifically to a finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line. Background Technology

[0002] In the beer brewing process, fermented beer (usually called "sake") needs to be cooled and briefly stored before bottling to reach a suitable bottling temperature (usually close to freezing point, such as 0-1°C). This step is crucial for ensuring the final quality of the beer (such as taste, foam stability, and biological stability).

[0003] Currently, the commonly used finished beer cooling and storage equipment and process flow in the industry are generally as follows:

[0004] Single cooling structure: Sake tanks (or storage tanks) primarily rely on external cooling jackets to cool the beer. The cooling medium (such as ice water or an aqueous glycol solution) circulates within the jacket, exchanging heat with the beer inside the tank through the tank walls. This method has significant drawbacks:

[0005] Low cooling efficiency and slow speed: Heat needs to be conducted from the inside of the beer to the tank wall. Especially for large storage tanks, the cooling rate of beer in the central area is much lower than that of beer near the tank wall, resulting in a long overall cooling time and high energy consumption.

[0006] Uneven temperature: There are temperature differences in the beer in different areas of the can, which affects the uniformity and stability of the beer. Utility Model Content

[0007] This invention addresses the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing a finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line. A cooling structure is installed inside the tank to cool the product from the inside, thereby improving cooling efficiency and reducing the temperature difference inside the tank.

[0008] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line, comprising a tank body, an insulation layer outside the tank body, a spirally rising cooling pipe inside the insulation layer, and a cooling structure inside the tank body for rapid cooling of the tank's internal cavity. The cooling structure includes a transversely extending horizontal box and two longitudinally extending and arranged vertically. The horizontal box is located between the two vertical boxes and is fixedly connected to the horizontal box. Both the horizontal box and the vertical boxes are provided with serpentine cooling channels. A liquid inlet box is fixedly connected to the top surface of the horizontal box, connecting the inner cavity of the horizontal box and the inner cavity of the vertical box. A liquid outlet box is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the horizontal box, connecting the inner cavity of the horizontal box and the inner cavity of the vertical box.

[0009] This preferred solution achieves cooling of the tank from the outside by setting up cooling pipes, and then achieves cooling of the horizontal and vertical boxes by using horizontal and vertical boxes and cooling channels, thereby cooling the tank from the inside, improving cooling efficiency and reducing the temperature difference inside the tank.

[0010] Preferably, the bottom of the tank is provided with a carbon dioxide inlet, and the top cover of the tank is provided with a pressure valve.

[0011] This preferred design, through the setting of a carbon dioxide inlet, facilitates the delivery of carbon dioxide into the tank, maintains the gas pressure inside the tank to prevent oxidation, and the carbon dioxide flowing from bottom to top also has a stirring effect, thereby facilitating the mixing of beer inside the tank and improving cooling efficiency. At the same time, through the setting of a pressure valve, when the pressure inside the tank is too high, the pressure valve can be adjusted to release pressure.

[0012] Preferably, the side of the longitudinal box is fixed with a connecting arc that extends circumferentially and connects to the transverse box.

[0013] When in use, this preferred solution increases the contact area with the beer inside the can by setting the connecting arc, thereby enhancing the cooling efficiency.

[0014] Preferably, the inlet tank is connected to an inlet shaft extending upward to the upper end of the tank body. The inlet shaft is rotatably and sealed to the tank body. An inlet channel coaxially arranged with the inlet shaft and communicating with the inlet tank is provided inside the inlet shaft. A driven gear is also provided on the inlet shaft. A drive device for driving the driven gear to rotate is provided on the bracket. The outlet tank is connected to an outlet shaft extending downward to the lower end of the tank body. The outlet shaft is rotatably and sealed to the tank body. An outlet channel coaxially arranged with the outlet shaft and communicating with the outlet tank is provided inside the outlet shaft.

[0015] This preferred solution achieves horizontal and vertical rotation of the tank by setting up the liquid outlet shaft and the liquid inlet shaft, thereby stirring the beer and improving cooling efficiency. At the same time, when cleaning the tank, the horizontal and vertical rotation is driven to stir the clean water flow, which facilitates rinsing the tank.

[0016] Preferably, both the liquid outlet shaft and the liquid inlet shaft are equipped with rotary joints.

[0017] This preferred solution, through the use of a rotary joint, facilitates the connection of the inlet pipe and the outlet pipe to the outlet shaft and the inlet shaft, respectively.

[0018] Preferably, the support is also provided with a support block that is rotatably connected to the inlet and outlet shafts. This preferred embodiment provides support to the inlet and outlet shafts through the provision of the support block.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: By setting up cooling pipes, the tank body is cooled from the outside. Then, by using horizontal and vertical boxes and cooling channels, the horizontal and vertical boxes are cooled, thereby cooling the tank body from the inside. This improves cooling efficiency and reduces the temperature difference inside the tank. The carbon dioxide inlet facilitates the delivery of carbon dioxide into the tank, maintaining the internal pressure and preventing oxidation. The upward flow of carbon dioxide also has a stirring effect, facilitating the mixing of beer inside the tank and improving cooling efficiency. At the same time, the pressure valve can be adjusted to release pressure when the pressure inside the tank is too high. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the tank;

[0022] Figure 3 Top view of the horizontal and vertical boxes;

[0023] As shown in the figure:

[0024] 1. Tank body, 2. Insulation layer, 3. Cooling pipe, 4. Rotary joint, 5. Carbon dioxide inlet, 6. Pressure valve, 7. Motor, 8. Driven gear, 9. Liquid inlet channel, 10. Liquid inlet shaft, 11. Liquid outlet shaft, 12. Liquid inlet tank, 13. Liquid outlet tank, 14. Cooling channel, 15. Vertical box, 16. Horizontal box. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To clearly illustrate the technical features of this solution, the following detailed implementation method will be used to explain the solution.

[0026] See attached document Figure 1-3 This utility model discloses a finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line, comprising a tank body 1, with an inlet and an outlet on the tank body 1, an insulation layer 2 on the outside of the tank body 1, and a spirally rising cooling pipe 3 inside the insulation layer 2. The cooling pipe 3 is spirally wound around the outer circumference of the tank body 1, and contains coolant inside the cooling pipe 3.

[0027] The tank body 1 is also provided with a cooling structure for rapid cooling of the inner cavity of the tank body 1. The cooling structure includes a transversely extending horizontal box 16 and two longitudinally extending and arranged vertically. The horizontal box 16 is located between the two vertical boxes 15 and is fixed to the horizontal box 16. Both the horizontal box 16 and the vertical boxes 15 are provided with serpentine cooling channels 14. The top surface of the horizontal box 16 is fixedly connected to an inlet tank 12 that connects the inner cavity of the horizontal box 16 and the longitudinal inner cavity. The bottom surface of the horizontal box 16 is fixedly connected to an outlet tank 13 that connects the inner cavity of the horizontal box 16 and the longitudinal inner cavity.

[0028] The bottom of the tank body 1 is also provided with several carbon dioxide inlets 5, and the top cover of the tank body 1 is provided with a pressure valve 6, which is a one-way valve.

[0029] A connecting arc extending circumferentially and connected to the transverse box 16 is fixed to the side of the longitudinal box 15.

[0030] The inlet tank 12 is connected to an inlet shaft 10 extending upward to the upper end of the tank body 1. The inlet shaft 10 is rotatably and sealed to the tank body 1. An inlet channel 9 is provided in the inlet shaft 10, which is coaxial with the inlet shaft 10 and communicates with the inlet tank 12. A driven gear 8 is also provided on the inlet shaft 10. A drive device for driving the driven gear 8 to rotate is provided on the bracket. The outlet tank 13 is connected to an outlet shaft 11 extending downward to the lower end of the tank body 1. The outlet shaft 11 is rotatably and sealed to the tank body 1. An outlet channel is provided in the outlet shaft 11, which is coaxial with the outlet shaft 11 and communicates with the outlet tank 13.

[0031] The drive unit includes a motor 7 mounted on a bracket, and a drive gear that meshes with a driven gear 8 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor 7.

[0032] Both the outlet shaft 11 and the inlet shaft 10 are equipped with rotary joints 4. The rotary joints 4 are connected to the inlet pipe or the outlet pipe.

[0033] The bracket is also provided with a support block that is rotatably connected to the liquid outlet shaft 11 and the liquid inlet shaft 10, and the support block is provided with a bearing that is connected to the liquid inlet shaft 10 or the liquid outlet shaft 11.

[0034] In particular, since the tank 1 contains beer, it is necessary to periodically check the sealing performance of the inlet shaft 10 and the outlet shaft 11 at the shaft seal.

[0035] Of course, the above description is not limited to the examples above. Technical features of this utility model not described can be implemented by or using existing technology, and will not be repeated here. The above embodiments and drawings are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model. This utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments. Those skilled in the art should understand that any changes, modifications, additions or substitutions made by those skilled in the art within the scope of this utility model do not depart from the spirit of this utility model and should also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line, comprising a tank (1), characterized in that: The tank (1) is provided with an insulation layer (2) on the outside, and a spiral cooling pipe (3) is provided inside the insulation layer (2). The tank (1) is also provided with a cooling structure for rapid cooling of the inner cavity of the tank (1). The cooling structure includes a transversely extending horizontal box (16) and two longitudinally extending and arranged vertical boxes (15). The horizontal box (16) is located between the two vertical boxes (15) and is fixedly connected to the horizontal box (16). Both the horizontal box (16) and the vertical boxes (15) are provided with serpentine cooling channels (14). The top surface of the horizontal box (16) is fixedly connected to an inlet tank (12) that connects the inner cavity of the horizontal box (16) and the longitudinal inner cavity. The bottom surface of the horizontal box (16) is fixedly connected to an outlet tank (13) that connects the inner cavity of the horizontal box (16) and the longitudinal inner cavity.

2. The finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the tank (1) is provided with a carbon dioxide inlet (5), and the top cover of the tank (1) is provided with a pressure valve (6).

3. The finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting arc extending circumferentially and connected to the transverse box (16) is fixed to the side of the longitudinal box (15).

4. The finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inlet tank (12) is connected to an inlet shaft (10) extending upward to the upper end of the tank body (1). The inlet shaft (10) is rotatably and sealed to the tank body (1). An inlet channel (9) is provided in the inlet shaft (10) and coaxially arranged with it and communicating with the inlet tank (12). A driven gear (8) is also provided on the inlet shaft (10). A drive device for driving the driven gear (8) to rotate is provided on the bracket. The outlet tank (13) is connected to an outlet shaft (11) extending downward to the lower end of the tank body (1). The outlet shaft (11) is rotatably and sealed to the tank body (1). An outlet channel is provided in the outlet shaft (11) and coaxially arranged with it and communicating with the outlet tank (13).

5. The finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line according to claim 4, characterized in that: Rotary joints (4) are provided on both the liquid outlet shaft (11) and the liquid inlet shaft (10).

6. The finished product cooling and storage device for a beer brewing production line according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket is also provided with a support block that is rotatably connected to the liquid outlet shaft (11) and the liquid inlet shaft (10).

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