Intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production

Abstract

The intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment comprises a production table and a plurality of fermentation tanks, a storage tank opening is formed in the outer side wall of the production table, the bottoms of the fermentation tanks are fixedly connected with the inner bottom of the storage tank opening, and a constant-temperature mechanism for constant-temperature fermentation of the fermentation tanks is arranged at the top of the production table. According to the utility model, under the interaction of the production table, the fermentation tank, the storage tank opening and the constant-temperature mechanism, the spiral channel in the constant-temperature mechanism is matched with the solar water heater and the circulating pump body to form a closed heat exchange circulating system, so that the temperature in the fermentation tank is uniform and stable, a suitable growth environment is provided for microorganisms, and the fermentation efficiency and the product consistency are improved; the heat preservation liquid storage tank is combined with the design of a temperature compensation pipe, auxiliary heating can be achieved when solar heat supply is insufficient, the reliability of a temperature control system is guaranteed, a feeding port locks a sealing cover and a bottom discharging pipe controls a valve, material adding and discharging operation is convenient, and energy-saving, efficient and intelligent constant-temperature papaya vinegar fermentation production is achieved through the whole equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of papaya vinegar production technology, and in particular to intelligent constant temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production. Background Technology

[0002] Papaya vinegar is a functional beverage made primarily from papaya through microbial fermentation. It is rich in organic acids, vitamins, and active enzymes, offering both nutritional and flavoring benefits. The fermentation process is crucial; a suitable and stable temperature ensures the activity of acetic acid bacteria and other microorganisms, promoting the efficient conversion of sugars into acetic acid. This plays a decisive role in the flavor, quality, and fermentation efficiency of papaya vinegar.

[0003] Currently, existing papaya vinegar fermentation equipment suffers from two major problems: First, low temperature conduction efficiency and the lack of a closed-loop heat exchange system lead to uneven heat distribution within the fermentation tank. Local overheating or undercooling can cause microbial activity to decline, affecting the fermentation rate and product consistency. Second, the energy utilization method is singular, relying on traditional heating methods such as electric heating, resulting in high energy consumption and increased production costs. Furthermore, the equipment lacks integration, with temperature control components separated from the fermentation tank, making installation and maintenance complex and difficult to meet the demands of large-scale industrial production for efficient and energy-saving fermentation equipment. Therefore, we propose an intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production to solve these problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings in the above-mentioned background technology and to propose an intelligent constant temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] The intelligent constant temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production includes a production platform and multiple fermentation tanks. The outer wall of the production platform is provided with a storage tank opening. The bottom of the fermentation tank is fixedly connected to the bottom of the storage tank opening. The top of the production platform is provided with a constant temperature mechanism to keep the fermentation tanks at a constant temperature.

[0007] The constant temperature mechanism includes multiple spiral channels inside the fermentation tank. An inlet pipe and an outlet pipe are fixedly installed on the outer wall of the fermentation tank. The top of the spiral channels is fixedly connected to the inlet pipe, and the end of the spiral channels is fixedly connected to the outlet pipe. A storage chamber is opened inside the production platform. A heat-insulating storage tank is fixedly installed at the top of the storage tank opening. The heat-insulating storage tank and the inlet pipe are fixedly connected and connected to the outlet pipe and the storage chamber through connecting pipes. A solar water heater is fixedly installed on the top of the production platform. A circulation pump is fixedly installed at the bottom of the heat-insulating storage tank. A circulation pipe is fixedly connected between the pump port of the circulation pump and the water inlet of the solar water heater. The water outlet of the solar water heater and the heat-insulating storage tank are fixedly connected through a drain pipe.

[0008] Preferably, the fermenter has a feed inlet at the top, a locking seal cover that seals the feed inlet fixedly installed at the top, a discharge outlet at the bottom, a discharge pipe that communicates with the discharge outlet fixedly installed at the bottom, and a control valve fixedly installed on the outer wall of the discharge pipe.

[0009] Preferably, thermal insulation material is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the fermentation tank.

[0010] Preferably, the distance between two adjacent fermentation tanks is the same.

[0011] Preferably, a heat replenishment pipe is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the insulated liquid storage tank.

[0012] Preferably, a plurality of support columns are fixedly installed at the bottom of the fermentation tank, and the support columns are detachably connected to the bottom of the tank opening by a plurality of limiting bolts.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0014] Through the interaction of the production platform, fermentation tank, storage tank opening, and constant temperature mechanism, the spiral channel in the constant temperature mechanism, together with the solar water heater and circulating pump, forms a closed heat exchange circulation system, making the temperature inside the fermentation tank uniform and stable, providing a suitable growth environment for microorganisms, improving fermentation efficiency and product consistency. The insulated storage tank, combined with the design of the supplementary heating pipe, can provide auxiliary heating when solar heating is insufficient, ensuring the reliability of the temperature control system. The locking and sealing cap of the feed port and the control valve of the bottom discharge pipe facilitate material addition and discharge operations. The whole equipment realizes energy-saving, efficient, and intelligent constant temperature fermentation production of papaya vinegar. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production proposed in this utility model.

[0016] Figure 2 This is a top sectional view of the tank opening in the intelligent constant temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production proposed in this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a side view of the fermentation tank in the intelligent constant temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production proposed in this utility model.

[0018] In the diagram: 1. Production platform; 2. Fermentation tank; 3. Storage tank opening; 4. Spiral channel; 5. Inlet pipe; 6. Outlet pipe; 7. Storage chamber; 8. Insulated storage tank; 9. Connecting pipe; 10. Solar water heater; 11. Circulation pump body; 12. Circulation pipe; 13. Drain pipe; 14. Feed inlet; 15. Locking sealing cover; 16. Discharge outlet; 17. Discharge pipe; 18. Control valve; 19. Heat supply pipe; 20. Support column; 21. Limit bolt. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0020] Reference Figure 1-3 The intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production includes a production platform 1 and multiple fermentation tanks 2. A storage tank opening 3 is provided on the outer wall of the production platform 1. The bottom of the fermentation tanks 2 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the storage tank opening 3. A constant-temperature mechanism is provided on the top of the production platform 1 to maintain the constant temperature of the fermentation tanks 2. The constant-temperature mechanism includes multiple spiral channels 4 inside the fermentation tanks 2. An inlet pipe 5 and an outlet pipe 6 are fixedly installed on the outer wall of the fermentation tanks 2. The top of the spiral channels 4 is fixedly connected to the inlet pipe 5, and the end of the spiral channels 4 is fixedly connected to the outlet pipe 6. The inside of the production platform 1... A liquid storage chamber 7 is provided. An insulated liquid storage tank 8 is fixedly installed at the top inside the storage tank opening 3. The insulated liquid storage tank 8 and the inlet pipe 5 are connected and connected to the outlet pipe 6 and the liquid storage chamber 7 through a connecting pipe 9. A solar water heater 10 is fixedly installed at the top of the production platform 1. A circulation pump body 11 is fixedly installed at the bottom inside the insulated liquid storage tank 8. A circulation pipe 12 is fixedly connected between the pump port of the circulation pump body 11 and the water inlet of the solar water heater 10. The water outlet of the solar water heater 10 and the insulated liquid storage tank 8 are fixedly connected through a drain pipe 13.

[0021] To further explain, the bottom of fermentation tank 2 is fixedly connected to production platform 1 and storage tank opening 3 to ensure equipment stability. The constant temperature mechanism, through the spiral channel 4, inlet pipe 5, outlet pipe 6 and connecting pipe 9 inside fermentation tank 2, together with the heat-insulating storage tank 8, circulation pump body 11 and solar water heater 10, forms a constant temperature liquid circulation system, which keeps fermentation tank 2 at a suitable temperature, provides a stable environment for papaya vinegar fermentation, and improves fermentation efficiency and product quality. The use of solar water heater 10 achieves energy saving and reduces production costs.

[0022] like Figure 1 and Figure 3As shown, the fermentation tank 2 has a feed inlet 14 at the top, and a locking sealing cover 15 is fixedly installed on the top of the fermentation tank 2 to seal the feed inlet 14. The fermentation tank 2 has a discharge outlet 16 at the bottom, and a discharge pipe 17 connected to the discharge outlet 16 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the fermentation tank 2. A control valve 18 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the discharge pipe 17.

[0023] To further explain, this design facilitates the addition of raw materials and ensures the airtightness of the fermentation process; the bottom outlet 16, discharge pipe 17, and control valve 18 facilitate the discharge of papaya vinegar after fermentation, making operation convenient and conducive to the continuity of the production process.

[0024] like Figure 1 As shown, insulation material is fixedly installed on the outer wall of fermenter 2.

[0025] To further explain, the insulation material can reduce heat loss, lower the energy consumption of the constant temperature mechanism, further maintain the temperature stability inside fermenter 2, and ensure the quality of papaya vinegar fermentation. The insulation material can be polyurethane foam, rock wool, glass wool, or polystyrene foam board, all of which have good encapsulation properties.

[0026] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the distance between any two adjacent fermentation tanks 2 is the same.

[0027] To further explain, this design makes the equipment layout neat and orderly, which facilitates the unified management and operation of multiple fermentation tanks 2 by operators, and at the same time facilitates the rational arrangement and operation of the constant temperature liquid circulation system in the production platform 1.

[0028] like Figure 1 As shown, a heat supply pipe 19 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the insulated liquid storage tank 8.

[0029] To further explain, the supplementary heating pipe 19 can promptly supplement the heating of the liquid in fermenter 2 under conditions of insufficient solar heating or other special circumstances, ensuring the stable operation of the constant temperature liquid circulation system and guaranteeing that the fermentation temperature is not affected.

[0030] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, multiple support columns 20 are fixedly installed at the bottom of the fermentation tank 2, and the support columns 20 and the bottom of the tank opening 3 are detachably connected by multiple limiting bolts 21.

[0031] To further explain, this design enables a detachable connection between the fermenter 2 and the production platform 1, facilitating the installation, disassembly, maintenance, and cleaning of the fermenter 2. At the same time, it enhances the stability and safety of the fermenter 2 during the production process.

[0032] The functional principle of this utility model can be explained through the following operation methods:

[0033] Add fermentation raw materials: Open the locking and sealing cover 15 on the top of fermentation tank 2, and pour the pretreated papaya raw materials and fermentation liquid (such as culture liquid containing acetic acid bacteria) into fermentation tank 2 through the feed port 14. Ensure that the amount of material does not exceed the appropriate capacity of fermentation tank 2. After adding, firmly install the locking and sealing cover 15 to ensure that fermentation tank 2 is sealed and prevent external bacteria from contaminating and odor from leaking.

[0034] Start the constant temperature system: Turn on the solar water heater 10 to heat the water (if it is the first time using it or the ambient temperature is low, it can be preheated in advance). After the liquid in the heat-insulating storage tank 8 reaches the initial temperature, start the circulation pump 11 in the tank. The circulation pump 11 pumps the constant temperature liquid in the heat-insulating storage tank 8 into the spiral channel 4 inside the fermentation tank 2 through the connecting pipe 9 and the liquid inlet pipe 5. The liquid flows around the tank along the spiral channel 4, and heats or insulates the material in the fermentation tank 2 through heat exchange. Finally, it flows back to the storage chamber 7 in the production platform 1 through the liquid outlet pipe 6 and the connecting pipe 9, and then back to the heat-insulating storage tank 8 to form a closed loop.

[0035] Maintaining constant temperature fermentation: During the fermentation process, the solar water heater 10 continuously replenishes heat to the insulated storage tank 8 to ensure a stable temperature of the circulating liquid. In case of cloudy or rainy weather or insufficient solar heating, an external heating device (such as an electric heating rod) can be connected to the heat supply pipe 19 on the outside of the insulated storage tank 8 to provide auxiliary heating to the liquid inside the tank, maintaining the temperature of the circulating system in accordance with the fermentation process requirements (usually the fermentation temperature of papaya vinegar needs to be controlled at 25-35℃). The insulation material on the outside of the fermentation tank 2 can reduce heat loss and further stabilize the temperature inside the tank.

[0036] Monitoring and managing the fermentation process: Regularly observe the fermentation status (such as bubble generation, odor changes, etc.) without frequently opening fermentation tank 2 to avoid affecting the sealing. The spacing between adjacent fermentation tanks 2 is uniform, which makes it easy for operators to check the operating status of multiple fermentation tanks 2 at the same time and ensure that the environment of each fermentation tank 2 is consistent.

[0037] Fermentation completion and discharge: When the fermentation of papaya vinegar is detected to be complete (e.g., by acidity detection or preset fermentation time), turn off the circulation pump 11 and solar water heater 10, stop the operation of the constant temperature system, open the control valve 18 of the discharge pipe 17 at the bottom of the fermentation tank 2, so that the finished papaya vinegar is discharged through the discharge port 16 along the discharge pipe 17 and collected into the subsequent processing container. After the discharge is completed, close the control valve 18.

[0038] Equipment cleaning and maintenance: If it is necessary to clean or repair the fermenter 2, loosen the bottom support column 20 and the limiting bolt 21 at the bottom of the tank opening 3, remove the fermenter 2 from the tank opening 3 of the production table 1, remove the locking sealing cover 15, and thoroughly clean the inside of the fermenter 2, the inlet of the spiral channel 4 and the discharge pipe 17 to remove residual materials and dirt. After cleaning, install the fermenter 2 in reverse order to ensure that the support column 20 is firmly fixed by the limiting bolt 21 to prevent shaking during operation.

[0039] Through the above steps, the equipment can achieve constant-temperature fermentation production of papaya vinegar. During the process, it utilizes solar energy for energy-saving heating, and with the help of a circulation system and insulation design, it ensures a stable fermentation environment and improves production efficiency and product quality.

[0040] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production, comprising a production platform (1) and multiple fermentation tanks (2), characterized in that, The production platform (1) has a storage tank opening (3) on its outer side wall. The bottom of the fermentation tank (2) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the storage tank opening (3). The top of the production platform (1) is equipped with a constant temperature mechanism to allow the fermentation tank (2) to ferment at a constant temperature. The constant temperature mechanism includes multiple spiral channels (4) opened inside the fermentation tank (2). An inlet pipe (5) and an outlet pipe (6) are fixedly installed on the outer wall of the fermentation tank (2). The top of the spiral channel (4) is fixedly connected to the inlet pipe (5), and the end of the spiral channel (4) is fixedly connected to the outlet pipe (6). A storage chamber (7) is opened inside the production platform (1). A heat-insulating storage tank (8) is fixedly installed at the top inside the storage tank opening (3). The heat-insulating storage tank (8) and the inlet pipe (5) are connected to each other. The liquid outlet pipe (6) and the liquid storage chamber (7) are both fixedly connected and connected by a connecting pipe (9). A solar water heater (10) is fixedly installed on the top of the production platform (1). A circulating pump body (11) is fixedly installed at the bottom of the heat-insulating liquid storage tank (8). A circulating pipe (12) is fixedly connected between the pump port of the circulating pump body (11) and the water inlet of the solar water heater (10). The water outlet of the solar water heater (10) and the heat-insulating liquid storage tank (8) are fixedly connected by a drain pipe (13).

2. The intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fermentation tank (2) has a feed inlet (14) at the top and a locking sealing cover (15) that seals the feed inlet (14) is fixedly installed at the top. The fermentation tank (2) has a discharge outlet (16) at the bottom and a discharge pipe (17) that communicates with the discharge outlet (16) is fixedly installed at the bottom. A control valve (18) is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the discharge pipe (17).

3. The intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production according to claim 1, characterized in that, Insulation material is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the fermentation tank (2).

4. The intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The distance between any two adjacent fermenters (2) is the same.

5. The intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production according to claim 1, characterized in that, A heat supply pipe (19) is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the insulated liquid storage tank (8).

6. The intelligent constant-temperature fermentation equipment for papaya vinegar production according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fermenter (2) has multiple support columns (20) fixedly installed at the bottom, and the support columns (20) and the bottom of the tank opening (3) are detachably connected by multiple limiting bolts (21).

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