A kimchi fermentation device

Abstract

This utility model discloses a kimchi fermentation device in the field of kimchi fermentation technology, aiming to solve the problem of difficulty in separating and recycling the juice when kimchi is removed in traditional fermentation devices. The device includes an outer barrel, an inner barrel, a squeezing assembly, and fixing components. The outer barrel is equipped with a fermentation chamber, a receiving ring, and a liquid discharge pipe, while the inner barrel has a storage chamber, water permeable holes, and other structures. The squeezing assembly achieves the squeezing separation of kimchi through a sealing cap, threaded rod, and pressure plate, while the fixing components ensure the stability of the inner barrel. Furthermore, the design of the exhaust pipe and sealing ball balances the internal and external air pressure, ensuring a safe fermentation environment. This device can effectively separate kimchi from its juice, reducing juice waste, is easy to use, and improves the stability and environmental friendliness of the device, making it suitable for the kimchi fermentation industry.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of kimchi fermentation technology, specifically a kimchi fermentation device. Background Technology

[0002] There are some problems to be solved in the traditional fermentation and use of kimchi. Currently, common kimchi fermentation devices have a relatively simple structural design, and it is often difficult to effectively separate the kimchi from the liquid when taking it out.

[0003] In the traditional way, after taking out the kimchi, its surface will carry a lot of juice, which not only makes it inconvenient for subsequent processing or consumption, but may also lead to waste of the juice. If this juice is not effectively recycled, it will increase production costs and may also cause environmental pollution.

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, this application provides a kimchi fermentation device. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a kimchi fermentation device in order to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model specifically adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A kimchi fermentation device includes an outer barrel, an inner barrel, an extrusion assembly, and a fixing component, wherein:

[0008] The top of the outer barrel has a fermentation chamber, a receiving ring is fixedly sleeved on the outer periphery of the top of the outer barrel, a number of support legs are provided at the bottom of the outer barrel, and a liquid discharge pipe is installed at the bottom of the outer barrel.

[0009] The top of the inner barrel has a storage cavity. An overlapping ring is fixedly fitted on the outer periphery of the top of the inner barrel. Two handles are fixed on the outer periphery of the overlapping ring. The outer diameter of the inner barrel is smaller than the inner diameter of the outer barrel. Several water-permeable holes are formed through the lower half of the inner barrel. The inner barrel is movably disposed inside the fermentation cavity and the overlapping ring is attached to the receiving ring.

[0010] The extrusion assembly is disposed on the opening of the inner barrel and is used to extrude kimchi inside the storage cavity;

[0011] The fastener is used to secure the receiving ring and the overlapping ring.

[0012] Furthermore, a sealing ring is fixed on the inner wall of the storage cavity, the sealing ring being close to the top of the inner barrel. The extrusion assembly includes a sealing cap, the diameter of which is the same as the inner diameter of the inner barrel. The sealing cap is movably mounted on the sealing ring. A vertical threaded rod is threaded through the middle of the sealing cap. A pressure plate is rotatably mounted at the bottom end of the threaded rod. A handle is fixed at the top end of the threaded rod. A pull handle is fixedly mounted at the top end of the sealing cap.

[0013] Furthermore, a notch is constructed on the inner wall of the sealing ring, and an L-shaped rod is fixed to the bottom of the sealing cover, the horizontal section of which can pass through the notch.

[0014] Furthermore, a sealing ring is installed on the top side of the pressure plate, and the threaded rod is located inside the sealing ring.

[0015] Furthermore, two evenly distributed overlapping blocks are fixed on the outer periphery of the inner barrel, and both overlapping blocks are higher than several water-permeable holes. Two bearing blocks are evenly fixed on the inner wall of the fermentation chamber, and both bearing blocks are located in the upper half of the outer barrel. The top of each of the two bearing blocks is constructed with a bearing groove, and the two overlapping blocks correspond to the two bearing grooves.

[0016] Furthermore, the number of the fasteners is not less than one, and the fastener includes a U-shaped locking block. The outer side of the receiving ring and the outer side of the overlapping ring are both located inside the opening of the U-shaped locking block, and the top side of the overlapping ring and the bottom side of the receiving ring are respectively attached to the two inner sides of the U-shaped locking block.

[0017] Furthermore, an exhaust pipe connected to the fermentation chamber is installed on the outer side of the outer barrel. Two limiting rings are fixed on the inner wall of the exhaust pipe. A sealing ball is movably arranged between the two limiting rings. The diameter of the sealing ball is larger than the inner diameter of the limiting ring and smaller than the inner diameter of the exhaust pipe. A spring connects the sealing ball to one of the limiting rings that is away from the outer barrel. In its natural state, the outer side of the sealing ball is in contact with the inner side of the other limiting ring.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0019] 1. This solution effectively solves the problem of excessive juice on the surface of kimchi when it is taken out of traditional kimchi fermentation devices by setting up an inner barrel and a squeezing component. The upper half of the inner barrel is placed inside the fermentation chamber of the outer barrel, and the water permeable holes in the lower half allow the kimchi juice to permeate into the fermentation chamber. The sealing cap and threaded rod of the squeezing component work together to squeeze the kimchi in the storage chamber and force out excess juice. This squeezing separation method not only reduces the juice on the surface of the kimchi, making it convenient for subsequent processing and consumption, but also avoids the large amount of juice loss when taking out kimchi in the traditional way, thus reducing juice waste.

[0020] 2. This invention achieves efficient recycling of juice. The liquid discharge pipe at the bottom of the outer barrel can drain the kimchi juice collected in the fermentation chamber for proper treatment or reuse, reducing resource waste and environmental pollution caused by juice disposal and lowering production costs.

[0021] 3. The design of the fixing component in this utility model improves the stability and safety of the device. The U-shaped locking block fixes the receiving ring and the overlapping ring, ensuring the stable placement of the inner barrel inside the outer barrel.

[0022] 4. The structural design of the exhaust pipe and the sealing ball in this utility model effectively balances the internal and external gas pressure during the fermentation process. The gas produced during fermentation causes the sealing ball to move against the spring force, opening the exhaust channel and preventing excessive pressure inside the outer barrel. Under natural conditions, the sealing ball seals the exhaust pipe, preventing outside air and impurities from entering, ensuring the stability of the fermentation environment, and contributing to the improvement of kimchi quality. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 This utility model Figure 1 A three-dimensional sectional view;

[0025] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 2 An enlarged view of structure A in the middle;

[0026] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 1 A partial view of a three-dimensional sectional view from another direction;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of another state of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 This utility model Figure 5 A three-dimensional sectional view;

[0029] Figure 7 This utility model Figure 5 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the middle section.

[0030] In the diagram: 1. Outer barrel; 11. Fermentation chamber; 111. Support block; 112. Support groove; 12. Receiving ring; 13. Support leg; 14. Liquid discharge pipe; 15. Exhaust pipe; 16. Limiting ring; 17. Sealing ball; 18. Spring; 2. Inner barrel; 21. Storage chamber; 22. Overlap ring; 221. Handle; 23. Water permeable hole; 24. Sealing retaining ring; 241. Notch; 25. Overlap block; 3. Extrusion assembly; 31. Sealing cover; 311. L-shaped rod; 32. Threaded rod; 33. Pressure plate; 331. Sealing ring one; 34. Rotary handle; 35. Pull handle; 4. Fixing component; 41. U-shaped locking block. Detailed Implementation

[0031] 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.

[0032] This embodiment provides a kimchi fermentation device, mainly to solve the problem that in traditional methods, after kimchi is taken out, its surface carries a large amount of juice, which not only causes inconvenience for subsequent processing or consumption, but may also lead to waste of the juice. This juice, without effective recycling, increases production costs and may cause environmental pollution. The following technical solution is provided, which will be discussed in conjunction with... Figures 1-7 Please provide a detailed explanation:

[0033] In an embodiment of this utility model, a kimchi fermentation device is provided, comprising an outer barrel 1, an inner barrel 2, a pressing component 3, and a fixing component 4, to achieve effective separation of kimchi and juice and recycling of the juice, wherein:

[0034] The top of the outer barrel 1 has a fermentation chamber 11. A receiving ring 12 is fixedly sleeved on the outer periphery of the top of the outer barrel 1 to support and position the inner barrel 2. Several support legs 13 are provided at the bottom of the outer barrel 1 to stably support the entire device. A liquid discharge pipe 14 is installed at the bottom of the outer barrel 1 to facilitate the discharge of juice from the fermentation chamber 11, so as to realize the collection and reuse of juice.

[0035] The top of the inner barrel 2 has a storage cavity 21 for storing kimchi. An overlapping ring 22 is fixedly fitted on the outer periphery of the top of the inner barrel 2. The overlapping ring 22 is fixedly connected to the receiving ring 12 by the fastener 4 to ensure that the inner barrel 2 is stably placed inside the outer barrel 1. Furthermore, a sealing ring 2 is embedded on the top side of the receiving ring 12. The sealing ring 2 fits against the bottom side of the overlapping ring 22 to achieve a seal. Two handles 221 are fixed on the outer periphery of the overlapping ring 22. The outer diameter of the inner barrel 2 is smaller than the inner diameter of the outer barrel 1. Several water-permeable holes 23 are constructed through the lower half of the inner barrel 2 to allow the juice to flow between the inner barrel 2 and the outer barrel 1.

[0036] The squeezing component 3 is installed on the opening of the inner barrel 2 and is used to squeeze the kimchi inside the storage cavity 21;

[0037] After fermentation is complete, the kimchi is squeezed by the squeezing component 3, which forces the juice in the kimchi to be discharged into the fermentation chamber 11 through the water permeable hole 23. The squeezing component 3 is designed so that the kimchi is effectively squeezed in the storage chamber 21, reducing the amount of juice on the surface of the kimchi, which makes it easier for subsequent processing or consumption.

[0038] The beneficial effects of this utility model are that, through the cooperation of the outer barrel 1, the inner barrel 2 and the extrusion component 3, the kimchi and the juice are effectively separated and the juice is recycled, reducing the waste of juice and lowering the production cost. At the same time, it avoids the environmental pollution that may be caused by the discharge of juice. In addition, the device has a simple structure and is easy to operate, which significantly improves the efficiency and convenience of kimchi fermentation and use.

[0039] For details, please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 A sealing ring 24 is fixed on the inner wall of the storage cavity 21. The sealing ring 24 is close to the top of the inner barrel 2. The extrusion assembly 3 includes a sealing cover 31. The diameter of the sealing cover 31 is the same as the inner diameter of the inner barrel 2. The sealing cover 31 is movably mounted on the sealing ring 24 to seal the storage cavity 21. A vertical threaded rod 32 is threaded through the middle of the sealing cover 31. A pressure plate 33 is rotatably installed at the bottom end of the threaded rod 32. By rotating the threaded rod 32, the pressure plate 33 can be moved vertically to extrude the kimchi in the storage cavity 21. A handle 34 is fixed at the top of the threaded rod 32 to facilitate the operator to apply force to rotate the threaded rod 32. A pull handle 35 is fixedly installed at the top of the sealing cover 31 to facilitate lifting or moving the sealing cover 31 when needed.

[0040] When it is necessary to squeeze and separate the kimchi, the operator rotates the threaded rod 32 through the throttle 34, causing the pressure plate 33 to gradually press down, forcing the juice in the kimchi to be discharged through the water permeable hole 23 in the lower half of the inner barrel 2 into the fermentation chamber 11 of the outer barrel 1. The cooperation between the sealing cover 31 and the sealing retaining ring 24 ensures the sealing of the storage chamber 21 during the squeezing process, preventing the juice from overflowing from the opening of the storage chamber 21 during the squeezing process, ensuring the smooth progress of the squeezing process and the effective collection of the juice, while also ensuring the sealing during the fermentation process.

[0041] Further, please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 7The inner wall of the sealing ring 24 has a notch 241, and the bottom of the sealing cover 31 is fixed with an L-shaped rod 311, the horizontal section of the L-shaped rod 311 can pass through the notch 241.

[0042] When fermenting kimchi, place the kimchi to be fermented into the storage chamber 21, then align the sealing cap 31 with the opening of the storage chamber 21, and align the L-shaped rod 311 with the notch 241. Then, place the sealing cap 31 on the sealing ring 24. At this time, the horizontal section of the L-shaped rod 311 passes through the notch 241. Then, rotate the sealing cap 31 to fix the sealing cap 31 and the sealing ring 24, ensuring the fermentation effect.

[0043] After fermentation, the excess water in the kimchi is squeezed out by the squeezing component 3. Then, the sealing cap 31 is rotated so that the L-shaped rod 311 aligns with the notch 241, which separates the sealing cap 31 from the sealing ring 24, allowing the kimchi to be taken out.

[0044] It should be noted that you should refer to [link / reference]. Figure 3 A sealing ring 331 is installed on the top side of the pressure plate 33, and the threaded rod 32 is located inside the sealing ring 331. When fermenting kimchi, the handle 34 is turned to drive the threaded rod 32 to rotate, thereby raising the pressure plate 33 until the sealing ring 331 is in contact with the bottom side of the sealing cover 31, thus achieving a seal.

[0045] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 Two evenly distributed overlapping blocks 25 are fixed on the outer periphery of the inner barrel 2. Both overlapping blocks 25 are higher than several water-permeable holes 23. Two bearing blocks 111 are evenly fixed on the inner wall of the fermentation chamber 11. Both bearing blocks 111 are located in the upper part of the outer barrel 1. The top of both bearing blocks 111 is constructed with bearing grooves 112. The two overlapping blocks 25 correspond to the two bearing grooves 112.

[0046] During kimchi fermentation, the inner barrel 2 is placed inside the outer barrel 1, with the overlapping block 25 misaligned with the supporting block 111, allowing the inner barrel 2 to be completely inserted into the outer barrel 1. After fermentation is complete, the inner barrel 2 can be raised using the handle 221 until the overlapping block 25 is above the supporting block 111. Then, the inner barrel 2 is rotated so that the overlapping block 25 aligns with the supporting block 111, and the overlapping block 25 is then inserted into the supporting groove 112. At this point, the excess water in the kimchi is squeezed out using the squeezing component 3, which prevents the kimchi from contacting the juice inside the fermentation chamber 11, resulting in a more thorough separation.

[0047] Furthermore, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 5The number of fasteners 4 is not less than one. The core component of fastener 4 is a U-shaped locking block 41. The opening size of the U-shaped locking block 41 matches the outer side of the receiving ring 12 and the overlapping ring 22, so that both can be accommodated in the opening of the U-shaped locking block 41 at the same time. Specifically, after the inner bucket 2 is correctly placed inside the outer bucket 1, the U-shaped locking block 41 is put on the outer side of the receiving ring 12 and the overlapping ring 22, so that the top side of the overlapping ring 22 and the bottom side of the receiving ring 12 are tightly attached to the two opposite inner sides of the U-shaped locking block 41, thereby forming a stable connection. This design ensures that the position of the inner bucket 2 inside the outer bucket 1 is fixed, preventing unnecessary movement or shaking of the inner bucket 2 when squeezing kimchi, improving the stability and safety of operation, and enhancing the structural reliability of the entire device.

[0048] It should be noted that you should refer to [link / reference]. Figure 3 An exhaust pipe 15 connected to the fermentation chamber 11 is installed on the outer side of the outer barrel 1. Two limiting rings 16 are fixed on the inner wall of the exhaust pipe 15. A sealing ball 17 is movably arranged between the two limiting rings 16. The diameter of the sealing ball 17 is larger than the inner diameter of the limiting ring 16, so that it cannot pass through the limiting ring 16, but smaller than the inner diameter of the exhaust pipe 15, so that it can move freely in the exhaust pipe 15. A spring 18 is connected between the sealing ball 17 and one of the limiting rings 16 away from the outer barrel 1. In the natural state, the outer side of the sealing ball 17 fits against the inner side of the other limiting ring 16, thereby sealing the exhaust pipe 15.

[0049] When gas is generated during fermentation, causing an increase in the internal pressure of the outer barrel 1, the gas pressure overcomes the elastic force of the spring 18, pushing the sealing ball 17 to move away from the limiting ring 16 of the outer barrel 1, allowing the gas to be discharged through the exhaust pipe 15, preventing excessive pressure inside the outer barrel 1. After the gas is discharged, when the internal pressure of the outer barrel 1 returns to normal, the spring 18 returns to its original state, causing the sealing ball 17 to re-fit onto the limiting ring 16 near the outer barrel 1, restoring the sealing state of the exhaust pipe 15, preventing outside air and impurities from entering the fermentation chamber 11, ensuring a stable and hygienic fermentation environment. This design effectively balances the internal and external gas pressures during fermentation, ensuring the smooth progress of the fermentation process, while also improving the reliability of the device and the quality of the pickled vegetables.

[0050] 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. A pickling fermentation device comprising an outer barrel body (1), an inner barrel body (2), a squeezing assembly (3) and a fixing member (4), characterized in that, in: The top of the outer barrel (1) is constructed with a fermentation chamber (11), a receiving ring (12) is fixedly sleeved on the outer periphery of the top of the outer barrel (1), a number of support legs (13) are provided at the bottom of the outer barrel (1), and a liquid discharge pipe (14) is installed at the bottom of the outer barrel (1). The top of the inner barrel (2) is constructed with a storage cavity (21). An overlapping ring (22) is fixedly sleeved on the outer periphery of the top of the inner barrel (2). Two handles (221) are fixed on the outer periphery of the overlapping ring (22). The outer diameter of the inner barrel (2) is smaller than the inner diameter of the outer barrel (1). Several water-permeable holes (23) are constructed through the lower half of the inner barrel (2). The inner barrel (2) is movably disposed inside the fermentation chamber (11) and the overlapping ring (22) is attached to the receiving ring (12). The extrusion assembly (3) is disposed on the opening of the inner barrel (2) and is used to extrude the kimchi inside the storage cavity (21); The fastener (4) is used to fix the receiving ring (12) and the overlapping ring (22).

2. The kimchi fermentation device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sealing ring (24) is fixed on the inner wall of the storage cavity (21). The sealing ring (24) is close to the top of the inner barrel (2). The extrusion assembly (3) includes a sealing cover (31). The diameter of the sealing cover (31) is the same as the inner diameter of the inner barrel (2). The sealing cover (31) is movably covered on the sealing ring (24). A vertical threaded rod (32) is threaded through the middle of the sealing cover (31). A pressure plate (33) is rotatably installed at the bottom end of the threaded rod (32). A handle (34) is fixed at the top end of the threaded rod (32). A pull handle (35) is fixedly installed at the top end of the sealing cover (31).

3. The kimchi fermentation device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The inner wall of the sealing ring (24) has a notch (241), and the bottom of the sealing cover (31) is fixed with an L-shaped rod (311), the horizontal section of which can pass through the notch (241).

4. The kimchi fermentation device according to claim 2, characterized in that: A sealing ring (331) is installed on the top side of the pressure plate (33), and the threaded rod (32) is located inside the sealing ring (331).

5. The kimchi fermentation device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two evenly distributed overlapping blocks (25) are fixed on the outer periphery of the inner barrel (2). Both overlapping blocks (25) are higher than several water-permeable holes (23). Two bearing blocks (111) are evenly fixed on the inner wall of the fermentation chamber (11). Both bearing blocks (111) are located in the upper half of the outer barrel (1). The top of both bearing blocks (111) is constructed with bearing grooves (112). The two overlapping blocks (25) correspond to the two bearing grooves (112).

6. The kimchi fermentation device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the fasteners (4) is not less than one. The fastener (4) includes a U-shaped locking block (41). The outer side of the receiving ring (12) and the outer side of the overlapping ring (22) are both located inside the opening of the U-shaped locking block (41). The top side of the overlapping ring (22) and the bottom side of the receiving ring (12) are respectively attached to the two inner sides of the U-shaped locking block (41).

7. The kimchi fermentation device according to claim 1, characterized in that: An exhaust pipe (15) connected to the fermentation chamber (11) is installed on the outer side of the outer barrel (1). Two limiting rings (16) are fixed on the inner wall of the exhaust pipe (15). A sealing ball (17) is movably arranged between the two limiting rings (16). The diameter of the sealing ball (17) is larger than the inner diameter of the limiting ring (16) and smaller than the inner diameter of the exhaust pipe (15). A spring (18) is connected between the sealing ball (17) and one of the limiting rings (16) away from the outer barrel (1). In the natural state, the outer side of the sealing ball (17) is in contact with the inner side of the other limiting ring (16).

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