A self-cleaning beer filling apparatus
By installing a ring-shaped suction head and a negative pressure pump system on the beer bottling equipment, the problem of residual liquid droplets on the outer wall of the bottling pipe was solved, enabling timely cleaning and preventing contamination, and improving the hygiene of the bottling equipment.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QINGHAI ZONGLA ECOLOGICAL AGRI DEV CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-10
AI Technical Summary
During the filling process, beer droplets easily adhere to the outer wall of the filling pipe in existing beer filling equipment, causing residual droplets to fall and contaminate the bottle and equipment, affecting the hygiene environment.
A self-cleaning beer filling device was designed, which adopts a ring-shaped suction head and a negative pressure pump system. It uses negative pressure adsorption to clean residual droplets outside the filling tube in a timely manner, and uses auxiliary cleaning components to enhance the cleaning effect.
It effectively prevents residual liquid from dripping, improves the hygiene level of equipment and bottles, and maintains a clean environment in the workshop.
Smart Images
Figure CN224477930U_ABST
Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of beer production equipment technology, specifically a self-cleaning beer bottling equipment. Background Technology
[0002] Beer bottling is a crucial step in the beer production process, and its bottling accuracy and hygiene directly affect product quality. Existing beer bottling equipment typically includes a conveyor belt, a bottling mechanism, and a capping mechanism, using automated control to achieve the bottling and capping of beer.
[0003] However, during the filling process, the filling tube extends into the beer bottle for filling. After each filling, due to the surface tension and viscosity of the beer, beer droplets easily adhere to the outer wall of the filling tube. If not cleaned in time, when the filling tube rises after filling, the residual droplets on the outer wall will drip onto the outside of the bottle opening or equipment due to gravity. Long-term accumulation will lead to bacterial growth and damage the overall hygiene environment of the workshop.
[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a self-cleaning beer bottling equipment to solve the above problems.
[0005] It should be noted that the information disclosed in this background section is only for understanding the background technology of this application concept, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art. Utility Model Content
[0006] Based on the aforementioned problems in the existing technology, the problem to be solved by this application is to provide a self-cleaning beer filling device that can promptly absorb and collect residual beer droplets outside the filling tube, preventing residual droplets from falling and contaminating the bottle and the device.
[0007] The technical solution adopted by this application to solve its technical problem is: a self-cleaning beer bottling equipment, including a frame, and further including:
[0008] A conveyor belt, installed in the middle of the frame, is used to transport beer bottles to be filled;
[0009] A filling mechanism, mounted above the frame, includes multiple filling tubes for extending into the bottle to fill beer;
[0010] The cleaning mechanism includes a suction component connected to a negative pressure pump mounted on a frame via a connecting pipe. The output end of the negative pressure pump is connected to a collection box via a hose. The suction component includes multiple annular suction heads, each of which is hollow inside and has multiple through holes on its inner side. The multiple annular suction heads are connected via a vent pipe. The number of annular suction heads is the same as that of the filling tubes, and each is fitted onto the outer end of the multiple filling tubes. A gap is left between the filling tubes and the inner wall of the annular suction heads.
[0011] Furthermore, an auxiliary cleaning component is detachably installed on the upper side of the annular suction head. The auxiliary cleaning component includes two semi-rings. The two annular suction heads are combined to form a complete ring. A suction pad is fixedly connected to the inner side of the annular suction head. The suction pad is in contact with the outer end of the filling tube.
[0012] Furthermore, the upper end face of the annular suction head is provided with mating grooves on both sides, the outer end of the mating grooves is open, and a mating block is fixedly connected to the middle of the lower end face of the semi-ring, the mating block and the mating grooves are engaged and locked together.
[0013] Furthermore, the filling mechanism also includes a mounting base fixed above the frame. A lifting cylinder is installed on one side of the mounting base, and a manifold is installed at the extended end of the lifting cylinder. The manifold is connected to multiple filling pipes through a solenoid valve, and a port for connecting to external beer supply equipment is provided on one side of the manifold.
[0014] Furthermore, guide rods for sliding through the frame are fixedly connected to both sides of the upper end face of the junction box.
[0015] Furthermore, a capping mechanism is provided above the frame, which is used to cap the filled beer bottles.
[0016] Furthermore, guardrails are symmetrically installed on both sides of the conveyor belt. The guardrails include railings and multiple mounting brackets fixed to the outside of the conveyor belt. An adjusting rod slides through the upper end of the mounting bracket. A connecting sleeve is fixedly connected to the outer end of the adjusting rod. The railings are fixedly connected between the multiple railings. A limit stud is threaded onto the upper end of the mounting bracket. The lower end of the limit stud abuts against the adjusting rod.
[0017] Furthermore, four limiting cylinders are installed on the outer side of the frame. The four limiting cylinders are arranged in pairs, corresponding to the filling mechanism and the capping mechanism respectively, and are used to position the beer bottles conveyed by the conveyor belt.
[0018] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows: This application provides a self-cleaning beer filling equipment. By setting an annular suction head outside the filling tube and generating negative pressure through a negative pressure pump, the residual beer droplets outside the filling tube can be adsorbed and collected in a timely manner, preventing residual droplets from falling and contaminating the bottle and equipment, thus improving the hygiene level.
[0019] In addition to the purposes, features, and advantages described above, this application has other purposes, features, and advantages. A further detailed description of this application will be provided below with reference to the figures. Attached Figure Description
[0020] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of this application. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of this application are used to explain this application and do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:
[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a self-cleaning beer bottling equipment according to this application. Figure 1 ;
[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a self-cleaning beer bottling equipment according to this application. Figure 2 ;
[0023] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;
[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the filling mechanism in a self-cleaning beer filling device according to this application;
[0025] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;
[0026] The following are the labeling elements in the figure:
[0027] 1. Frame; 2. Conveyor belt; 3. Guardrail; 31. Mounting bracket; 32. Adjusting rod; 33. Connecting sleeve; 34. Railing; 35. Limiting stud; 4. Filling mechanism; 41. Mounting base; 42. Lifting cylinder; 43. Manifold; 44. Filling pipe; 45. Guide rod; 5. Cleaning mechanism; 51. Suction assembly; 511. Annular suction head; 512. Vent pipe; 513. Fitting groove; 52. Connecting pipe; 53. Negative pressure pump; 54. Collection box; 55. Auxiliary cleaning assembly; 551. Semi-ring; 552. Suction pad; 553. Fitting block; 6. Capping mechanism; 7. Limiting cylinder. Detailed Implementation
[0028] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. This application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0029] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of the present application.
[0030] like Figure 1-5 As shown, this application provides a self-cleaning beer bottling equipment, including a frame 1, which is welded from steel profiles. A conveyor belt 2 is installed in the middle of the frame 1. The conveyor belt 2 is driven by a motor-driven roller and is used to continuously transport beer bottles to be filled. Adjustable guardrails 3 are symmetrically installed on both sides of the conveyor belt 2 to guide and limit the beer bottles, preventing them from shifting or tipping over during transport.
[0031] Please see Figure 3 As shown, the guardrail 3 includes a railing 34 and multiple mounting brackets 31 bolted to the outside of the conveyor belt 2. The upper end of each mounting bracket 31 has a through hole through which an adjusting rod 32 slides. A connecting sleeve 33 is welded to the outer end of the adjusting rod 32. The railing 34 is horizontally fixed between the multiple connecting sleeves 33. A limiting stud 35 is threaded onto the upper end of the mounting bracket 31. Tightening the limiting stud 35 causes its lower end to press against the adjusting rod 32. By changing the extension length of the adjusting rod 32, the spacing of the guardrail can be adjusted to accommodate different bottle types.
[0032] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, a filling mechanism 4 and a capping mechanism 6 are sequentially arranged above the frame 1. The filling mechanism 4 is used to fill beer into the beer bottle, and the capping mechanism 6 is used to cap and seal the filled beer bottle. The capping mechanism 6 can adopt existing mature technology, which will not be described in detail here.
[0033] The filling mechanism 4 includes a mounting base 41 bolted to the top of the frame 1. A lifting cylinder 42 is mounted on one side of the mounting base 41 via a bracket. The piston rod of the lifting cylinder 42 extends vertically downwards, and its end is fixedly connected to a manifold 43. The manifold 43 has an internal cavity for temporarily storing beer. An inlet is located on one side of the manifold 43, which is connected to an external beer supply system (such as a delivery pump) via a pipe. Multiple filling pipes 44 are connected to the lower surface of the manifold 43 via multiple diversion joints, and each diversion joint is equipped with a solenoid valve (not shown in the figure).
[0034] Two guide rods 45 are symmetrically fixedly connected to both sides of the upper end face of the junction box 43. The guide rods 45 are vertically upward and slide through the frame 1 through the linear bearing to ensure the stability of vertical movement.
[0035] Please see Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the cleaning mechanism 5 is located below the filling mechanism 4 and is used to collect and remove beer droplets that may drip or splash from the outer wall of the filling pipe 44 during the filling process, keeping the equipment and bottle clean. The cleaning mechanism 5 includes a suction assembly 51, a connecting pipe 52, a negative pressure pump 53, and a collection box 54.
[0036] The suction assembly 51 includes multiple annular suction heads 511, which are circular in shape and hollow inside to form a liquid collection cavity. The annular suction head 511 is sleeved around the corresponding filling tube 44, and a uniform annular gap is left between its inner wall and the outer wall of the filling tube 44. This gap does not affect the up and down movement of the filling tube 44, and provides a channel for adsorbing liquid droplets.
[0037] The inner wall of the annular suction head 511 (i.e., the side near the filling tube 44) is uniformly provided with multiple tiny through holes (not shown in the figure) along the circumference. These through holes connect the annular gap with the liquid collection chamber. Multiple annular suction heads 511 are connected in series through a vent tube 512.
[0038] The annular suction head 511 located in the middle is connected to the air inlet of the negative pressure pump 53, which is fixedly mounted on the frame 1, via a connecting pipe 52. The exhaust port of the negative pressure pump 53 is connected to a removable collection box 54 via a hose.
[0039] During operation, the negative pressure pump 53 is activated to create negative pressure, and the droplets on the outer wall of the filling pipe 44 are promptly sucked into the through hole, passing through the liquid collection chamber, the vent pipe 512, and the connecting pipe 52, and finally being drawn into the collection box 54 for centralized processing.
[0040] It should be noted that the collection box 54 is equipped with an exhaust port for discharging the gas input by the negative pressure pump 53.
[0041] To further enhance the cleaning effect, an auxiliary cleaning component 55 can be detachably installed on the upper side of the annular suction head 511. The auxiliary cleaning component 55 includes two symmetrically arranged semi-rings 551, which, when joined together, form a complete ring that covers the outside of the filling tube 44. An absorbent pad 552 is fixed to the inner side of each semi-ring 551. The absorbent pad 552 is made of a highly absorbent material (such as food-grade sponge, non-woven fabric, etc.), and its inner ring remains in contact with the outer wall of the filling tube 44. When the filling tube 44 rises, the absorbent pad 552 can wipe away residual droplets on its outer wall, achieving dual cleaning in conjunction with negative pressure adsorption.
[0042] The annular suction head 511 has mating grooves 513 on both sides of its upper end face. The mating grooves 513 have a "T"-shaped cross-section and are open at their outer ends. A mating block 553, matching the shape of the mating groove 513, is fixedly connected to the middle of the lower end face of the semi-ring 551. During installation, the mating blocks 553 of the two semi-rings 551 are slid from their open ends into the corresponding mating grooves 513, and then the two semi-rings 551 are aligned. For disassembly and cleaning, the two parts can be removed by reversing the operation.
[0043] Please refer to it again. Figure 1As shown, four limiting cylinders 7 are also installed on the outer side of the frame 1. The four limiting cylinders 7 are arranged in pairs, corresponding to the lower stations of the filling mechanism 4 and the capping mechanism 6, respectively. The piston rods of the limiting cylinders 7 can extend from both sides of the conveyor belt 2 to block and position the beer bottles conveyed to the station, ensuring that the bottle mouth is aligned with the filling tube 44 or the capping head, thus guaranteeing the success rate of filling and capping.
[0044] Working principle: During operation, empty beer bottles are conveyed by conveyor belt 2. When the bottle arrives at the filling station, the piston rods of the two limit cylinders 7 corresponding to the station extend to position the bottle.
[0045] Subsequently, the piston rod of the lifting cylinder 42 extends, pushing the manifold 43 and all filling tubes 44 downwards together, so that the lower end of the filling tube 44 is inserted into the bottle neck to a predetermined depth. The solenoid valve opens, and beer is smoothly injected into the bottle from the manifold 43 through the filling tube 44.
[0046] After filling is completed, the solenoid valve closes, the lifting cylinder 42 drives the filling tube 44 to rise and reset, and the negative pressure pump 53 continues to work. If there are residual droplets on the outside of the filling tube 44, they will be sucked away by the through holes of the annular suction head 511 when it passes through the annular suction head 511. At the same time, during the rising process, the suction pad 552 of the auxiliary cleaning component 55 is always in contact with the outer wall of the filling tube 44, which plays a wiping role.
[0047] Finally, the limit cylinder 7 resets, and the conveyor belt 2 transports the filled bottles to the capping station for capping. At the same time, the next set of empty bottles enters the filling station, and so on in a cycle.
[0048] It should be noted that the start and stop of the negative pressure pump 53, the action of the lifting cylinder 42, the switching of the solenoid valve, and the control of the limit cylinder 7 are all controlled by the existing PLC control system, which is a mature technology and will not be described in detail here.
[0049] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.
Claims
1. A self-cleaning beer bottling device, comprising a frame (1), characterized in that, Also includes: A conveyor belt (2), which is installed in the middle of the frame (1), is used to transport beer bottles to be filled; A filling mechanism (4) is installed above the frame (1) and includes multiple filling tubes (44) for filling beer into the bottle; a cleaning mechanism (5) includes a suction component (51), which is connected to a negative pressure pump (53) installed on the frame (1) via a connecting pipe (52). The output end of the negative pressure pump (53) is connected to a collection box (54) via a hose. The suction component (51) includes multiple annular suction heads (511), which are hollow inside and have multiple through holes on the inner side. The multiple annular suction heads (511) are connected via a vent pipe (512). The number of annular suction heads (511) is the same as that of the filling tubes (44), and they are respectively sleeved on the outer ends of the multiple filling tubes (44). A gap is left between the filling tubes (44) and the inner walls of the annular suction heads (511).
2. The self-cleaning beer bottling equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: An auxiliary cleaning component (55) is detachably installed on the upper side of the annular suction head (511). The auxiliary cleaning component (55) includes two semi-rings (551). The two annular suction heads (511) are combined to form a complete ring. A suction pad (552) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the annular suction head (511). The suction pad (552) is in contact with the outer end of the filling tube (44).
3. The self-cleaning beer bottling equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper end face of the annular suction head (511) is provided with mating grooves (513) on both sides. The outer end of the mating groove (513) is open. A mating block (553) is fixedly connected to the middle of the lower end face of the semi-ring (551). The mating block (553) is engaged with the mating groove (513).
4. The self-cleaning beer bottling equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The filling mechanism (4) also includes a mounting base (41) fixed above the frame (1). A lifting cylinder (42) is installed on one side of the mounting base (41). A manifold box (43) is installed at the extended end of the lifting cylinder (42). The manifold box (43) is connected to multiple filling pipes (44) through a solenoid valve. A port for connecting to external beer supply equipment is provided on one side of the manifold box (43).
5. The self-cleaning beer bottling equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that: The upper end face of the junction box (43) is fixedly connected to the guide rods (45) of the sliding through frame (1).
6. The self-cleaning beer bottling equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: A capping mechanism (6) is provided above the frame (1), which is used to cap the beer bottles after they have been filled.
7. The self-cleaning beer bottling equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The conveyor belt (2) is symmetrically equipped with guardrails (3) on both sides. The guardrails (3) include railings (34) and multiple mounting brackets (31) fixed on the outside of the conveyor belt (2). An adjusting rod (32) slides through the upper end of the mounting bracket (31). A connecting sleeve (33) is fixedly connected to the outer end of the adjusting rod (32). The railings (34) are fixedly connected between the multiple railings (34). A limiting stud (35) is threaded onto the upper end of the mounting bracket (31). The lower end of the limiting stud (35) abuts against the adjusting rod (32).
8. The self-cleaning beer bottling equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: Four limiting cylinders (7) are installed on the outside of the frame (1). The four limiting cylinders (7) are in pairs, corresponding to the filling mechanism (4) and the capping mechanism (6) respectively, and are used to position the beer bottles conveyed by the conveyor belt (2).