Honey wine brewing temperature control fermenter

Abstract

The application discloses a honey wine brewing temperature control fermentation tank, which comprises a tank body, a tank cover detachably connected to the top of the tank body, a pressure sensor arranged on the top of the tank cover, first and second heating mechanisms arranged on the side wall of the tank body, a discharge cylinder communicated with one side of the bottom of the tank body, an outlet pipe connected to the discharge cylinder and provided with a first valve, and a residue scraping door detachably connected to the end of the tank body. The tank cover is connected to the top of the tank body through a first locking bolt and the like, a pressure relief pipe and a second valve are arranged on one side of the top of the tank body, the bottom of the discharge cylinder is inclined and the residue scraping door is fixed through an L-shaped supporting rod, a limiting rod and the like, the first heating mechanism adopts an electric heating plate, the second heating mechanism adopts an electric heating rod, and a mounting seat is arranged on the upper portion of the tank body. The application can accurately control temperature and pressure, is convenient for discharging and cleaning, is stable in structure, is high in expansibility, and effectively improves honey wine brewing quality and production efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of mead brewing equipment technology, and in particular to a temperature-controlled fermentation tank for mead brewing. Background Technology

[0002] In the brewing process of mead, the fermentation stage plays a crucial role in the quality of the final product. Precise control of temperature and pressure is essential during fermentation. Suitable temperature provides a suitable environment for the growth and metabolism of microorganisms such as yeast, ensuring a full and stable fermentation reaction. Reasonable pressure control prevents excessive pressure within the fermentation tank from causing safety accidents, and also avoids abnormal pressure affecting the fermentation process.

[0003] Currently, existing mead fermentation tanks on the market have several problems. Most fermentation tanks lack precise temperature control systems, failing to meet the accurate temperature requirements at different stages of mead fermentation. This can easily lead to incomplete or over-fermentation, affecting the taste and quality of the mead. Regarding pressure control, some fermentation tanks lack effective pressure monitoring and regulation devices, failing to detect and address abnormal pressure conditions in a timely manner, posing safety hazards. Furthermore, the design of existing fermentation tanks for discharge and cleaning is inadequate. The location and structure of the discharge port are not conducive to the removal of sediment and residue, requiring significant time and manpower for cleaning after each fermentation cycle, reducing production efficiency and increasing production costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention addresses the problems of inaccurate temperature control, insufficient pressure control, and inconvenient material discharge and cleaning in existing fermentation tanks by providing a temperature-controlled fermentation tank for mead brewing.

[0005] The objective of this utility model is mainly achieved through the following solution:

[0006] A temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead includes a tank body, a tank cover detachably connected to the top of the tank body, a pressure sensor installed on the top of the tank cover, a first heating mechanism and a second heating mechanism provided on the side wall of the tank body, a discharge cylinder connected to one side of the bottom of the tank body, a liquid discharge pipe connected to the side of the discharge cylinder away from the tank body, a first valve installed on the liquid discharge pipe, and a slag removal door detachably connected to the end of the discharge cylinder.

[0007] Preferably, the top of the tank is provided with a ring of first locking bolts evenly distributed around its axis. One end of the first locking bolt is rotatably connected to the top side wall of the tank. The edge of the tank cover is provided with a ring of limiting plates that cooperate with the first locking bolts. The outer side of the limiting plate is provided with a notch. The other end of the first locking bolt can rotate into the notch of the corresponding limiting plate. The outer side wall of the first locking bolt is threaded with a first locking nut.

[0008] Preferably, a pressure relief pipe is connected to one side of the top of the tank, the pressure relief pipe extends to the bottom of the tank, and a second valve is installed on the pressure relief pipe.

[0009] Preferably, the bottom of the discharge cylinder is inclined downwards, and the slag removal door is fastened to the end opening of the discharge cylinder.

[0010] Preferably, a set of L-shaped support rods are symmetrically arranged at the top of the end opening of the discharge cylinder, and a limiting rod is rotatably connected to the end of each L-shaped support rod. The inner side of the limiting rod is provided with a pad that abuts against the outer wall of the slag removal gate.

[0011] Preferably, the other end of the limiting rod is provided with an insertion hole, and a set of second locking bolts are symmetrically provided at the bottom of the end opening of the discharge cylinder. One end of the second locking bolt is rotatably connected to the discharge cylinder, and the other end of the second locking bolt passes through the insertion hole and is threadedly connected to a rotating handwheel.

[0012] Preferably, the first heating mechanism is an electric heating plate, which is fixedly installed on the side wall of the tank.

[0013] Preferably, the second heating mechanism uses an electric heating rod, which is inserted into the lower part of the tank, with the heating part of the electric heating rod extending into the tank.

[0014] Preferably, the upper part of the tank is provided with a plurality of mounting seats evenly distributed along its axis.

[0015] In summary, compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial technical effects:

[0016] (1) By setting up a first heating mechanism and a second heating mechanism, the electric heating plate and the electric heating rod cooperate with each other to achieve precise control of the internal temperature of the tank, meet the strict temperature requirements of different stages in the fermentation process of honey wine, effectively improve the fermentation quality, and ensure the taste and quality of honey wine.

[0017] (2) The pressure sensor installed on the tank cover in this utility model can monitor the pressure inside the tank in real time. When the pressure is abnormal, it can be released in time through the pressure relief pipe to ensure the safe operation of the fermenter and avoid safety accidents caused by excessive pressure.

[0018] (3) In this utility model, the bottom of the discharge cylinder is inclined downward, and with the detachable slag removal door, as well as the limit rod and the second locking bolt, the sediment and residue can be discharged smoothly, which greatly improves the efficiency of discharge and cleaning, reduces manpower and time costs, and improves production efficiency.

[0019] (4) In this utility model, the tank cover and the tank body are connected by the first locking bolt, the limiting plate and the first locking nut, which makes the connection firm and easy to disassemble and install; the slag removal door and the discharge cylinder are connected by the L-shaped support rod, the limiting rod, the pad, the second locking bolt and the rotating handwheel, which makes the operation convenient and ensures the stability and convenience of the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a front view of the temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a side view of the temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead according to this utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0024] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of point B in the middle.

[0025] Reference numerals: 1-Tank body, 2-Tank cover, 3-Pressure sensor, 4-First heating mechanism, 5-Second heating mechanism, 6-Discharge cylinder, 7-Liquid outlet pipe, 8-First valve, 9-Slag removal door, 10-First locking bolt, 11-Limiting plate, 12-Notch, 13-First locking nut, 14-Pressure relief pipe, 15-Second valve, 16-L-shaped support rod, 17-Limiting rod, 18-Padded block, 19-Insertion hole, 20-Second locking bolt, 21-Rotating handwheel, 22-Mounting base. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solution of this utility model will be further described in detail below through specific embodiments and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the implementation of this utility model is not limited to the following embodiments, and any modifications and / or alterations made to this utility model will fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0027] like Figure 1-5As shown, this utility model discloses a technical solution: a temperature-controlled fermentation tank for mead brewing, including a tank body 1. A tank cover 2 is detachably connected to the top of the tank body 1, and a pressure sensor 3 is installed on the top of the tank cover 2. A first heating mechanism 4 and a second heating mechanism 5 are provided on the side wall of the tank body 1. A discharge cylinder 6 is connected to one side of the bottom of the tank body 1, and a liquid outlet pipe 7 is connected to the side of the discharge cylinder 6 away from the tank body 1. A first valve 8 is installed on the liquid outlet pipe 7, and a detachable scraper door 9 is detachably connected to the end of the discharge cylinder 6. The detachable connection between the tank body and the tank cover facilitates material addition and equipment maintenance. The pressure sensor monitors the pressure inside the tank in real time, providing a basis for handling abnormal pressure and ensuring fermentation safety. The first and second heating mechanisms work together to achieve precise temperature control inside the tank, meeting the temperature requirements of different stages of mead fermentation and ensuring fermentation quality. A temperature sensor should be installed inside the tank. The discharge cylinder, liquid outlet pipe, and first valve work together to facilitate the control of fermentation liquid discharge. The scraper door facilitates the cleaning of sediment and residue inside the discharge cylinder, improving equipment cleaning efficiency and reducing subsequent cleaning workload.

[0028] Specifically, a ring of first locking bolts 10 is uniformly arranged around the top of the tank body 1 along its axis. One end of the first locking bolt 10 is rotatably connected to the top side wall of the tank body 1 via a rotating shaft. A limiting plate 11 that mates with the first locking bolt 10 is welded to the edge of the tank lid 2. The outer side of the limiting plate 11 has a notch 12. The other end of the first locking bolt 10 can rotate into the corresponding notch 12 of the limiting plate 11. The outer side wall of the first locking bolt 10 is threaded with a first locking nut 13. During the fermentation process, this effectively prevents the tank lid from loosening, ensures the sealing of the tank, and maintains stable pressure inside the tank. At the same time, disassembly and installation are convenient and quick, facilitating cleaning and maintenance of the tank and improving the ease of use of the equipment.

[0029] Specifically, a pressure relief pipe 14 is connected to the top side of the tank 1, and the pressure relief pipe 14 extends to the bottom of the tank 1. A second valve 15 is installed on the pressure relief pipe 14. When the pressure inside the tank exceeds the safe value, the second valve can be opened in time to relieve the pressure and quickly reduce the pressure inside the tank, avoiding safety accidents such as explosions caused by excessive pressure. This provides an important guarantee for the safe operation of the fermenter and enhances the safety and reliability of the equipment.

[0030] Specifically, the bottom of the discharge cylinder 6 is inclined downwards, and the slag removal door 9 is fastened to the end opening of the discharge cylinder 6, which is conducive to the sediment and residue moving and accumulating towards the end under the action of gravity, making the discharge and cleaning smoother and more efficient.

[0031] Specifically, a set of L-shaped support rods 16 are symmetrically welded to the top of the end opening of the discharge cylinder 6. Each L-shaped support rod 16 is rotatably connected to a limiting rod 17 via a rotating shaft. A rubber pad 18 that abuts against the outer wall of the slag removal door 9 is glued to the inner side of the limiting rod 17. The L-shaped support rods provide support for the limiting rods. The limiting rods and pads cooperate with each other to limit the slag removal door when it is closed, preventing the slag removal door from being accidentally opened due to external factors or internal pressure, ensuring the safety and stability of the equipment during operation, and avoiding leakage of fermentation liquid.

[0032] Specifically, the other end of the limiting rod 17 is provided with an insertion hole 19, and a set of second locking bolts 20 are symmetrically provided at the bottom of the end opening of the discharge cylinder 6. One end of the second locking bolt 20 is rotatably connected to the discharge cylinder 6 through a rotating shaft, and the other end of the second locking bolt 20 passes through the insertion hole 19 and is threadedly connected to a rotating handwheel 21. The second locking bolt passes through the insertion hole and cooperates with the rotating handwheel, which further enhances the fixing effect of the limiting rod, thereby more firmly fixing the slag removal gate and ensuring that the slag removal gate will not loosen or shift during equipment operation, improving the reliability of the overall structure of the equipment and ensuring the normal operation of material discharge and cleaning.

[0033] Specifically, the first heating mechanism 4 uses an electric heating plate, which is fixed to the side wall of the tank 1 by bolts. The electric heating plate can heat the tank over a large area and evenly, so that the fermentation liquid around the tank is heated more evenly, avoiding local overheating or underheating, which helps to maintain a stable fermentation environment inside the tank and improve fermentation quality and product quality. The second heating mechanism 5 uses an electric heating rod, which is inserted into the lower part of the tank 1. The heating part of the electric heating rod extends into the inside of the tank 1. The electric heating rod can focus on heating the fermentation liquid at the bottom of the tank, because the material at the bottom is prone to low temperature and insufficient fermentation during the fermentation process. The electric heating rod can ensure that the entire fermentation process is more complete and stable.

[0034] Specifically, multiple mounting seats 22 are evenly provided on the upper part of the tank body 1 along its axis, which facilitates the installation of the tank body 1.

[0035] This application should be equipped with a PLC controller, which can realize intelligent centralized control of various components of the equipment. The PLC controller can receive the internal pressure data transmitted by the pressure sensor, and automatically control the opening and closing of the second valve on the pressure relief pipe according to the preset pressure threshold to achieve precise pressure regulation; at the same time, by connecting with the temperature sensor, the first heating mechanism, and the second heating mechanism, it can intelligently adjust the heating temperature and duration according to the different stages of the mead fermentation process, ensuring the accuracy and stability of temperature control, greatly improving the operating efficiency of the equipment, reducing manual intervention, reducing the risk of human error, and providing a strong guarantee for the standardized and efficient production of mead.

[0036] The core of this application is to protect the structural design of the temperature-controlled fermentation tank for mead brewing, including the tank body, tank lid, pressure sensor, first heating mechanism, second heating mechanism, discharge cylinder, pressure relief pipe, and other hardware structures, as well as their connection relationships and cooperation methods. The PLC controller and other electrical components mentioned in the text are only examples of optional auxiliary control components used to illustrate that the above hardware structure can improve equipment performance through intelligent control in practical applications. This application does not limit the specific model, programming logic, and control algorithm of the PLC controller and other electrical components, nor does it include them in the scope of patent protection, and will not be elaborated here.

[0037] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead, characterized in that: The tank includes a tank body (1), a tank cover (2) is detachably connected to the top of the tank body (1), a pressure sensor (3) is installed on the top of the tank cover (2), a first heating mechanism (4) and a second heating mechanism (5) are provided on the side wall of the tank body (1), a discharge cylinder (6) is connected to one side of the bottom of the tank body (1), a liquid outlet pipe (7) is connected to the side of the discharge cylinder (6) away from the tank body (1), a first valve (8) is installed on the liquid outlet pipe (7), and a slag removal door (9) is detachably connected to the end of the discharge cylinder (6).

2. The temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the tank (1) is uniformly circumferentially provided with a first locking bolt (10). One end of the first locking bolt (10) is rotatably connected to the top side wall of the tank (1). The edge of the tank cover (2) is provided with a limiting plate (11) that cooperates with the first locking bolt (10). The outer side of the limiting plate (11) is provided with a notch (12). The other end of the first locking bolt (10) can rotate into the notch (12) of the corresponding limiting plate (11). The outer side wall of the first locking bolt (10) is threadedly connected with a first locking nut (13).

3. The temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pressure relief pipe (14) is connected to one side of the top of the tank (1), the pressure relief pipe (14) extends to the bottom of the tank (1), and a second valve (15) is installed on the pressure relief pipe (14).

4. The temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the discharge cylinder (6) is inclined downward, and the slag removal door (9) is fastened to the end opening of the discharge cylinder (6).

5. The temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead according to claim 4, characterized in that: A set of L-shaped support rods (16) are symmetrically arranged at the top of the end opening of the discharge cylinder (6). Each L-shaped support rod (16) is rotatably connected to a limiting rod (17) at its end. The inner side of the limiting rod (17) is provided with a pad (18) that abuts against the outer wall of the slag removal gate (9).

6. The temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead according to claim 5, characterized in that: The other end of the limiting rod (17) is provided with a socket (19), and a set of second locking bolts (20) are symmetrically provided at the bottom of the end opening of the discharge cylinder (6). One end of the second locking bolt (20) is rotatably connected to the discharge cylinder (6), and the other end of the second locking bolt (20) is threadedly connected to a rotating handwheel (21) after passing through the socket (19).

7. The temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first heating mechanism (4) uses an electric heating plate and is fixedly installed on the side wall of the tank (1).

8. The temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead according to claim 7, characterized in that: The second heating mechanism (5) uses an electric heating rod and is inserted into the lower part of the tank (1), with the heating part of the electric heating rod extending into the tank (1).

9. The temperature-controlled fermentation tank for brewing mead according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper part of the tank (1) is provided with a plurality of mounting seats (22) evenly distributed along its axis.

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