A silo for facilitating collection of pit water

By setting up a combination of sliding baffles and collection tanks in the fermentation pit, and combining them with a water pump controlled by a liquid level sensor and a solenoid valve, the automatic collection of water at the bottom of the pit is achieved. This solves the problem of inconvenient water collection at the bottom of the pit in the design of the fermentation pit, and improves the collection efficiency and the protection effect of the mash.

CN224313485UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-02GUIZHOU QIANZUI LIQUOR (GRP) CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
GUIZHOU QIANZUI LIQUOR (GRP) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-03
Publication Date
2026-06-02

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Technical Problem

In existing fermentation pit designs, water collection at the bottom of the pit relies on manual scooping, which damages the fermentation environment, has a long collection cycle, and results in a high loss rate of effective components. It fails to balance the protection of the mash with the efficient and automatic collection of yellow water.

Method used

Design a pit for easy collection of water from the bottom of the pit. It adopts a combination of sliding baffles and collection tanks, combined with a liquid level sensor and solenoid valve to control the water pump to achieve automated collection. The baffles are equipped with microporous filters, and the inverted stepped collection tank array expands the collection area. The water pump is fixed to the ground for easy operation.

Benefits of technology

It achieves efficient and automatic collection of water from the bottom of the cellar, reduces the risk of contamination by miscellaneous bacteria, improves the permeability of the mash, increases its purity, reduces subsequent processing costs, and is convenient and safe to operate.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to liquor making equipment technical field, specifically disclose a pit convenient to collect cellar bottom water. Including cellar pool body, the filter micropore partition that slides and installs in the cellar inside, is located the inverted ladder platform collection tank of the partition lower reaches, with the liquid storage box and automatic pumping system of communication of collection tank. Through the filter of partition and cellar bottom water, the collection tank high -efficiently guides the yellow water to the liquid storage box, and the liquid level sensor triggers the water pump to be pumped through the liquid outlet pipe, long pipe and tee pipe automatically, solves the problem that traditional manual extraction yellow water is low in efficiency, and the problem that the breakage rate of fermented grains is high, realizes the pollutionless collection of cellar bottom water and the complete protection of fermented grains, improves liquor quality and production efficiency.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of liquor brewing equipment, specifically to a cellar that facilitates the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar. Background Technology

[0002] The fermentation pit is the core fermentation vessel for baijiu brewing. Essentially, it is a "pit" used for the saccharification and fermentation of grains. The grains are transformed into mash by microorganisms in the pit, and then distilled to obtain baijiu. Its design, materials, and history of use directly affect the flavor and quality of baijiu.

[0003] During the solid-state fermentation of baijiu, a yellow liquid (also known as cellar bottom water) rich in organic acids, alcohols and aroma substances seeps out from the mash at the bottom of the fermentation pit. The yellow liquid needs to be collected in time to improve the permeability of the mash and avoid the decrease in alcohol yield caused by semi-solid fermentation. At the same time, the yellow liquid can be recycled for the production of flavored liquor.

[0004] In existing technologies, water collection at the bottom of cellars mostly relies on manual scooping:

[0005] The process requires frequent exposure of the fermentation mash layer, which disrupts the integrity of the fermentation environment and increases the risk of contamination by other microorganisms. The long collection cycle and the retention of water at the bottom of the cellar can easily lead to spoilage of the mash. Water at the bottom of the cellar mixed with mash debris needs to be filtered twice, resulting in a high loss rate of effective components.

[0006] Currently, there is no design scheme for fermentation pits that can simultaneously protect the mash and efficiently and automatically collect the yellow water.

[0007] No effective solutions have yet been proposed to address the problems in the relevant technologies. Utility Model Content

[0008] In view of the problems in the related technologies, this utility model proposes a cellar for easy collection of water from the bottom of the cellar, so as to overcome the above-mentioned technical problems existing in the existing related technologies.

[0009] Therefore, the specific technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0010] A pit for collecting water from the bottom of a pit includes a pit, a partition slidably installed on the inner side of the pit, a collection trough below the partition, a storage box fixedly connected to the center of the bottom of the collection trough, an outlet pipe fixedly connected to the outer side of the storage box, a solenoid valve installed on the outlet pipe, a long pipe fixedly connected to the end of the outlet pipe, a T-junction fixedly connected to the end of the long pipe, and a water pump fixedly installed at the top of the T-junction.

[0011] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a lifting plate is fixedly connected to the top of the partition, and the partition is arranged horizontally.

[0012] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the inner side of the partition is provided with filter micropores.

[0013] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the collection trough is arranged in the form of an inverted trapezoid, and a plurality of the collection troughs are arranged in a rectangular array.

[0014] As a further embodiment of this invention, a liquid level sensor is installed on the inner side of the liquid outlet box.

[0015] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the top of the cellar is level with the ground, and the water pump is fixedly installed on the ground.

[0016] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the two sets of long tubes are arranged in parallel, the ends of the long tubes are closed, the liquid outlet tube is connected to the long tubes, and the long tubes are connected to the three-way tube.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0018] This invention features several sets of collection tanks arranged in a rectangular array with an inverted trapezoidal platform, expanding the water collection area at the bottom of the cellar and significantly improving flow efficiency. A liquid level sensor monitors the liquid volume in the storage box in real time, linking the solenoid valve and water pump to achieve unattended pumping. Horizontally arranged partitions provide support and filtration for wine cultivation, increasing the purity of the water at the bottom of the cellar after filtration, allowing it to be directly used in the production of flavored wine and reducing subsequent processing costs. The top of the cellar is flush with the ground, and the water pump is fixed to the ground, making operation and maintenance convenient and safe. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is an embodiment of the present invention showing the installation position of a collection trough in a cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar.

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the partition and lifting plate of a cellar for facilitating the collection of water at the bottom of the cellar according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the array arrangement of collection troughs in a cellar for facilitating the collection of water at the bottom of the cellar, according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of a collection tank, storage box, outlet pipe, and solenoid valve for a pit that facilitates the collection of water from the bottom of the pit, according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0025] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of a water pump and a three-way pipe for a cellar that facilitates the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar, according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0026] In the picture:

[0027] 1. Pit; 2. Partition; 3. Lifting plate; 4. Collection tank; 5. Liquid storage box; 6. Liquid outlet pipe; 7. Solenoid valve; 8. Long pipe; 9. T-pipe; 10. Water pump. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To further illustrate the various embodiments, the present invention provides accompanying drawings, which are part of the disclosure of the present invention. These drawings are mainly used to illustrate the embodiments and can be used in conjunction with the relevant descriptions in the specification to explain the operating principles of the embodiments. With reference to these contents, those skilled in the art should be able to understand other possible implementation methods and the advantages of the present invention. The components in the figures are not drawn to scale, and similar component symbols are usually used to represent similar components.

[0029] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a cellar is provided that facilitates the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar.

[0030] Please refer to the instruction manual appendix. Figure 1-6 According to an embodiment of the present invention, a cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of a cellar includes a cellar 1. A partition 2 is slidably installed on the inner side of the cellar 1. A collection trough 4 is provided below the partition 2. A liquid storage box 5 is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom of the collection trough 4. A liquid outlet pipe 6 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the liquid storage box 5. A solenoid valve 7 is installed on the liquid outlet pipe 6. A long pipe 8 is fixedly connected to the end of the liquid outlet pipe 6. A three-way pipe 9 is fixedly connected to the end of the long pipe 8. A water pump 10 is fixedly installed on the top of the three-way pipe 9.

[0031] The partition 2 serves as a dynamic dividing layer, and the lifting plate 3 enables manual lifting and lowering. The microporous structure only allows liquid yellow water to pass through. The inverted trapezoidal collection tank 4 utilizes the principle of gravity flow to gather the yellow water into the central storage box 5. The long pipe 8 has a closed end design to form a negative pressure channel, and the three-way pipe 9 diverts the flow to ensure continuous suction and avoid pipe blockage.

[0032] There is an inherent contradiction between the "preservation of mash" and "collection of yellow water" in traditional fermentation pits. This design achieves dynamic separation through sliding microporous partitions, decoupling the two functions in space.

[0033] In one embodiment, please refer to the appendix to the specification. Figure 1-6As a further embodiment of this utility model, a lifting plate 3 is fixedly connected to the top of the partition 2, and the partition 2 is horizontally arranged.

[0034] In one embodiment, please refer to the appendix to the specification. Figure 1-6 As a further embodiment of this utility model, the inner side of the partition 2 is provided with filter micropores.

[0035] In one embodiment, please refer to the appendix to the specification. Figure 1-6 As a further embodiment of this utility model, the collection tank 4 is arranged in the form of an inverted trapezoid, and a plurality of the collection tanks 4 are arranged in a rectangular array.

[0036] In one embodiment, please refer to the appendix to the specification. Figure 1-6 As a further embodiment of this utility model, a liquid level sensor is installed on the inner side of the liquid outlet box 5.

[0037] In one embodiment, please refer to the appendix to the specification. Figure 1-6 As a further embodiment of this utility model, the top of the cellar 1 is flush with the ground, and the water pump 10 is fixedly installed on the ground.

[0038] In one embodiment, please refer to the appendix to the specification. Figure 1-6 As a further embodiment of this utility model, the two sets of long tubes 8 are arranged in parallel, the ends of the long tubes 8 are closed, the liquid outlet tube 6 is connected to the long tubes 8, and the long tubes 8 are connected to the three-way tube 9.

[0039] Example 1:

[0040] Partition installation: Insert the partition 2 with lifting plate 3 into the slide rail on the side wall of the pit 1, ensuring that the horizontal error is ≤2°;

[0041] Collection system configuration: 6 sets of inverted ladder collection tanks are arranged in a 2×3 rectangular array, with a bottom slope of ≥15°;

[0042] Control logic: The liquid level sensor in the storage box 5 sets a threshold, triggering the solenoid valve 7 to open, and the water pump 10 to start pumping.

[0043] Example 2:

[0044] A heating coil is added to the inner wall of the liquid storage box 5 to maintain the temperature of the yellow water at 40±5℃ to reduce viscosity; the long tube 8 is made of food-grade polytetrafluoroethylene with a smooth inner wall to reduce residue.

[0045] Workflow: The fermentation of the mash produces yellow water, which is filtered through the micropores of the partition 2 and drips down; the yellow water flows into the storage box 5 along the inclined surface of the collection tank 4; the liquid level sensor transmits liquid volume data to the controller in real time; when the liquid level reaches the preset value → the solenoid valve 7 opens → the water pump 10 starts → the yellow water is output through the outlet pipe 6 → long pipe 8 → three-way pipe 9; after the pumping is completed, the solenoid valve closes, the system is in standby mode, and the lifting plate 3 can be manually lifted to clean the partition.

[0046] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model shall be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of a cellar, comprising a cellar (1), characterized in that: A partition (2) is slidably installed on the inner side of the cellar (1). A collection trough (4) is provided below the partition (2). A liquid storage box (5) is fixedly connected to the center of the bottom end of the collection trough (4). A liquid outlet pipe (6) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the liquid storage box (5). A solenoid valve (7) is installed on the liquid outlet pipe (6). A long pipe (8) is fixedly connected to the end of the liquid outlet pipe (6). A three-way pipe (9) is fixedly connected to the end of the long pipe (8). A water pump (10) is fixedly installed on the top of the three-way pipe (9).

2. The cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the partition (2) is fixedly connected to a lifting plate (3), and the partition (2) is horizontally arranged.

3. A cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner side of the partition (2) is provided with filter micropores.

4. A cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar according to claim 1, characterized in that: The collection tank (4) is arranged in the form of an inverted trapezoid, and several collection tanks (4) are arranged in a rectangular array.

5. A cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar according to claim 1, characterized in that: A liquid level sensor is installed on the inside of the liquid storage box (5).

6. A cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the cellar (1) is level with the ground, and the water pump (10) is fixedly installed on the ground.

7. A cellar for facilitating the collection of water from the bottom of the cellar according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two sets of long tubes (8) are arranged in parallel, the ends of the long tubes (8) are closed, the liquid outlet tube (6) is connected to the long tubes (8), and the long tubes (8) are connected to the three-way tube (9).