A fermentation tank for kelp vinegar

Abstract

The utility model relates to fermentation equipment technical field discloses a kind of kelp vinegar fermentation tank, including protection frame, the inside of protection frame is provided with preparation mechanism, the preparation mechanism is used to improve fermentation efficiency, the top wall front side of protection frame is provided with injection mechanism;The preparation mechanism includes double-layer shell, the top of double-layer shell is rotatably installed with top cover, the right side of double-layer shell is connected with communicating shell, the left side of communicating shell is fixedly installed with filter plate, the right side of communicating shell is connected with flow guide shell, the left end bottom of flow guide shell is connected with annular shower nozzle, the bottom wall of annular shower nozzle is fixedly installed in the inner bottom wall of double-layer shell.In the utility model, the communication of communicating shell and flow guide shell makes the purpose of guiding fermentation liquid to form stable circulation flow field under the stirring of stirring assembly, achieves the effect of eliminating stirring dead angle, makes nutrient substance and dissolved oxygen evenly distributed, improves fermentation efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fermentation equipment technology, and in particular to a kelp vinegar fermentation tank. Background Technology

[0002] Kelp vinegar is a specialty vinegar product made primarily from kelp. It combines the nutrition of marine ingredients with traditional fermentation techniques, offering both flavor and health benefits. In recent years, it has become increasingly popular among consumers. Kelp vinegar uses high-quality kelp as its core ingredient. Kelp is rich in iodine, alginic acid, mannitol, dietary fiber, various minerals, and vitamins. It is also combined with rice and sorghum grains to provide a sugar source for fermentation. Fermentation tanks are required during the processing and fermentation of kelp vinegar.

[0003] During the fermentation of kelp vinegar, the activity of acetic acid bacteria is extremely sensitive to temperature. However, most existing fermentation tanks use simple jacketed temperature control, which only has a single jacket on the outside of the tank to circulate hot or cold water. This makes it impossible to accurately control the temperature uniformity inside the tank. The current solution is to replace the single jacket with a double or multi-layer spiral jacket structure to increase the heat exchange area and equip it with a high-precision temperature sensor and intelligent temperature controller to control the temperature difference inside the tank. However, there is still the problem of unreasonable stirring intensity. In high-viscosity fermentation liquid, there will be dead zones in the stirring, resulting in uneven mixing of materials. Nutrients cannot be fully transferred to the acetic acid bacteria, affecting the fermentation efficiency and making it difficult to reach the optimal state of fermentation. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a kelp vinegar fermentation tank, which aims to improve the problem of uneven material mixing in the prior art, which affects fermentation efficiency and makes it difficult to achieve the optimal state of the fermentation process.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model adopts the following technical solution: a kelp vinegar fermentation tank, comprising a protective frame, wherein a preparation mechanism is provided inside the protective frame to improve fermentation efficiency, and an injection mechanism is provided on the front side of the top wall of the protective frame; the preparation mechanism comprises a double shell, wherein a top cover is rotatably installed on the top of the double shell, a connecting shell is connected to the right side of the double shell, a filter plate is fixedly installed on the left side of the connecting shell, a flow guide shell is connected to the right side of the connecting shell, an annular nozzle is connected to the bottom left end of the flow guide shell, the bottom wall of the annular nozzle is fixedly installed on the inner bottom wall of the double shell, and a stirring assembly is provided at the bottom of the double shell.

[0006] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0007] The injection mechanism includes a connecting plate, the bottom of which is fixedly connected to the front side of the top wall of the protective frame. An electric push rod is fixedly connected to the front side of the connecting plate, and a push plate is fixedly connected to the front end of the electric push rod. An injection shell is connected to the middle of the front side of the double-layer shell. A connecting rod is fixedly connected to the bottom of the rear side of the push plate. A silicone scraper is fixedly connected to the rear end of the connecting rod. The outer wall of the silicone scraper is slidably connected to the inner wall of the injection shell. A solenoid valve is connected to the left side of the injection shell.

[0008] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0009] The stirring assembly includes a servo motor, the outer wall of which is fixedly connected to the bottom of the double-layer shell. A rotating column is fixedly connected to the output end of the servo motor. Two stirring blades are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating column. Multiple arc-shaped grooves are formed on one side of the stirring blades.

[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0011] The injection mechanism also includes a sealing ring, the outer wall of which is fixedly connected to the front side of the inner wall of the injection shell.

[0012] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0013] A control switch is fixedly connected to the right side of the flow guide shell. The control switch is electrically connected to the servo motor, the electric push rod, and the solenoid valve.

[0014] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0015] A sealing ring is fixedly connected to the inner top wall of the top cover, and the bottom of the sealing ring engages with the top of the double shell.

[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0017] The stirring assembly also includes two scrapers, with adjacent sides of the two scrapers rotatably connected to one side of the corresponding stirring blade.

[0018] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0019] The bottom of the outer wall of the protective frame is fixedly connected to multiple connecting seats, and a support column is fixedly connected inside the connecting seats.

[0020] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0021] 1. In this utility model, by connecting the connecting shell and the flow guiding shell, the fermentation liquid is guided to form a stable circulating flow field under the stirring of the stirring component, thereby eliminating the stirring dead zone and making nutrients and dissolved oxygen evenly distributed. At the same time, the filter plate prevents substances from finding each other simultaneously and causing blockage, thus improving the fermentation efficiency.

[0022] 2. In this utility model, the electric actuator drives the silicone scraper to push inside the injection shell, so that the air that enters after the solenoid valve is opened can be injected into the double shell, achieving precise control of the ventilation volume. This avoids the situation where the ventilation volume is difficult to dynamically adjust according to the fermentation stage and improves the gas utilization rate. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a kelp vinegar fermentation tank proposed in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a front view of a kelp vinegar fermentation tank proposed in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the double-shell structure of a kelp vinegar fermentation tank proposed in this utility model.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a split view of the annular nozzle of a kelp vinegar fermentation tank according to the present invention.

[0027] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the injection mechanism of a kelp vinegar fermentation tank according to the present invention.

[0028] Legend:

[0029] 1. Protective frame; 2. Preparation mechanism; 201. Double shell; 202. Top cover; 203. Connecting shell; 204. Filter plate; 205. Flow guide shell; 206. Annular nozzle; 207. Stirring assembly; 2071. Servo motor; 2072. Rotating column; 2073. Stirring blade; 2074. Arc groove; 2075. Scraper; 208. Sealing ring; 3. Injection mechanism; 301. Connecting plate; 302. Electric push rod; 303. Pushing plate; 304. Injection shell; 305. Connecting rod; 306. Silicone scraper column; 307. Solenoid valve; 308. Sealing ring; 4. Control switch; 5. Connecting seat; 6. Support column. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0031] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 An embodiment of this utility model is provided: a kelp vinegar fermentation tank, including a protective frame 1, a preparation mechanism 2 is provided inside the protective frame 1, the preparation mechanism 2 is used to improve fermentation efficiency, and an injection mechanism 3 is provided on the front side of the top wall of the protective frame 1, the injection mechanism 3 is used to precisely control the amount of air injected.

[0032] The preparation mechanism 2 includes a double-shell 201. A top cover 202 is rotatably mounted on the top of the double-shell 201. A connecting shell 203 is connected to the right side of the double-shell 201, through which the fermentation broth can be circulated and injected. A filter plate 204 is fixedly mounted on the left side of the connecting shell 203, which can prevent the fermentation material from entering. A guide shell 205 is connected to the right side of the connecting shell 203. An annular nozzle 206 is connected to the bottom left end of the guide shell 205, so that the broth enters the guide shell 205 through the connecting shell 203 and is then output through the annular nozzle 206. Subsequently, the fermentation broth is agitated by the stirring component 207 and re-enters the connecting shell 203 to complete the circulation. The bottom wall of the annular nozzle 206 is fixedly mounted on the double-shell 201. The bottom wall of the double-shell 201 is equipped with a stirring component 207, which improves fermentation efficiency and avoids the existence of dead zones in the stirring. The stirring component 207 includes a servo motor 2071. The outer wall of the servo motor 2071 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the double-shell 201, so that the rotating column 2072 with multi-functional stirring blades 2073 completes the stirring under the drive of the servo motor 2071, thereby promoting the fermentation process. The output end of the servo motor 2071 is fixedly connected to the rotating column 2072. Two stirring blades 2073 are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating column 2072. Multiple arc-shaped grooves 2074 are opened on one side of the stirring blades 2073. The opening of multiple arc-shaped grooves 2074 improves the dissolved oxygen distribution effect.

[0033] Specifically, the preparation mechanism 2 within the protective frame 1 constructs a fermentation environment through a double-layered shell 201 and supporting components, improving fermentation efficiency. The top cover 202, rotatably mounted on the top of the double-layered shell 201, facilitates opening and closing. The connecting shell 203 on the right serves as a circulation channel for the fermentation broth, while the filter plate 204 fixed on its left prevents fermentation material from entering, ensuring unobstructed circulation. The guide shell 205 on the right side of the connecting shell 203 connects to the annular nozzle 206 at the bottom. The fermentation broth flows through the connecting shell 203 into the guide shell 205, and then is evenly output to the interior of the double-layered shell 201 by the annular nozzle 206, achieving broth circulation. The stirring component 207 at the bottom of the double-layered shell 201... To further enhance the fermentation effect, the servo motor 2071 is fixed to the bottom of the double-layer shell 201 on its outer wall, serving as a power source to drive the rotating column 2072 connected to the output end to rotate. The rotating column 2072 drives the two stirring blades 2073 fixed on the outer wall to rotate, stirring the fermentation liquid and fermentation material inside the double-layer shell 201. Multiple arc-shaped grooves 2074 opened on one side of the stirring blades 2073 change the liquid flow path during the stirring process, promote the mixing of air and fermentation liquid, improve the uniformity of dissolved oxygen distribution, avoid stirring dead zones, and accelerate the fermentation process. After being stirred by the stirring component 207, the fermentation liquid re-enters the circulation path through the connecting shell 203. All components work together to ensure that the fermentation process is carried out efficiently and stably.

[0034] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 5 The injection mechanism 3 includes a connecting plate 301, the bottom of which is fixedly connected to the front side of the top wall of the protective frame 1. An electric push rod 302 is fixedly connected to the front side of the connecting plate 301. Activation of the electric push rod 302 causes the push plate 303 to move. The front end of the electric push rod 302 is fixedly connected to the push plate 303. The middle front side of the double-layer shell 201 is connected to the injection shell 304. A connecting rod 305 is fixedly connected to the bottom rear side of the push plate 303, thereby driving the push plate 303 to move. The rod 305 completes the sliding displacement, and the rear end of the connecting rod 305 is fixedly connected to the silicone scraper column 306. The outer wall of the silicone scraper column 306 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the injection shell 304. Then, the injection shell 304 is injected with air through the opening of the solenoid valve 307. Thus, under the displacement of the silicone scraper column 306, the air inside can be accurately injected into the interior of the double shell 201, so as to achieve the purpose of dynamically adjusting the ventilation according to the fermentation stage and improve the gas utilization rate. The left side of the injection shell 304 is connected to the solenoid valve 307.

[0035] Specifically, the injection mechanism 3 is installed on the front side of the top wall of the protective frame 1 to achieve precise control of the air injection volume. The bottom of the connecting plate 301 is fixed to the front side of the top wall of the protective frame 1. The electric push rod 302 fixed on the front side serves as a power source. After starting, it drives the push plate 303 connected to the front end to make linear displacement. The injection shell 304 connected to the middle of the front side of the double shell 201 is used to temporarily store and transport air. The solenoid valve 307 connected to its left side controls the air inflow. The connecting rod 305 fixed to the bottom of the rear side of the push plate 303 moves in coordination with the silicone scraper column 306 connected to the rear end. The outer wall of the injection shell 304 slides against the inner wall. When the solenoid valve 307 is opened and air enters the injection shell 304, the electric push rod 302 drives the push plate 303 to move forward. Through the connecting rod 305, the silicone scraper 306 slides inside the injection shell 304, accurately pushing the air inside the shell into the double-layer shell 201. By adjusting the displacement and speed of the electric push rod 302, the volume of air injected each time can be controlled, so as to dynamically adjust the ventilation according to the oxygen demand at different stages of fermentation, avoid air waste, improve gas utilization, and provide a suitable oxygen environment for the fermentation process.

[0036] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 A control switch 4 is fixedly connected to the right side of the flow guide shell 205. The control switch 4 is electrically connected to the servo motor 2071, the electric push rod 302 and the solenoid valve 307 respectively. A sealing ring 208 is fixedly connected to the inner top wall of the top cover 202. The bottom of the sealing ring 208 is engaged with the top of the double shell 201. The injection mechanism 3 also includes a sealing ring 308. The outer wall of the sealing ring 308 is fixedly connected to the front side of the inner wall of the injection shell 304.

[0037] Specifically, the control switch 4, which is electrically connected to the servo motor 2071, the electric push rod 302 and the solenoid valve 307 respectively, enables the control switch 4 to open and close the equipment. The sealing ring 208 can improve the sealing performance between the double shell 201 and the top cover 202, and the sealing ring 308 can increase the sealing effect of the injection shell 304.

[0038] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The stirring assembly 207 also includes two scrapers 20755, with the adjacent sides of the two scrapers 20755 respectively rotatably connected to one side of the corresponding stirring blade 2073; a plurality of connecting seats 5 are fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer wall of the protective frame 1, and a support column 6 is fixedly connected inside the connecting seat 5.

[0039] Specifically, the scraper 2075 can reduce the amount of material adhering to the inner wall of the double shell 201, and the connection between the connecting seat 5 and the support column 6 can improve the stability of the fermenter.

[0040] Working principle: The double-shell 201 serves as the main fermentation container. The top cover 202, which is rotatably mounted on the top, facilitates opening and closing. The right side of the double-shell 201 is connected to the connecting shell 203. The filter plate 204 fixed on the left side of the connecting shell 201 prevents fermented material from entering the circulation channel. The right side is connected to the guide shell 205. The annular nozzle 206 at the bottom left end of the guide shell 205 is fixed to the inner bottom wall of the double-shell 201. In the stirring assembly 207, the servo motor 2071, fixed to the bottom of the double-shell 201, drives the rotating column 2072 at the output end to rotate. The rotating column 2072 drives the outer wall... The fixed stirring blade 2073 rotates, and the arc-shaped groove 2074 on the stirring blade 2073 optimizes dissolved oxygen distribution during rotation. During the operation of the stirring assembly 207, the fermentation broth flows through the connecting shell 203 into the guide shell 205, and is then sprayed out by the annular nozzle 206. Under the agitation of the stirring blade 2073, it re-enters the connecting shell 203, forming a circulating flow field. This circulation mechanism eliminates dead zones in the stirring process, ensuring that nutrients and dissolved oxygen are evenly distributed within the double-layered shell 201. Combined with the filter plate 204, this prevents blockage of the circulation channels, ensuring a smooth and efficient fermentation process. This improves fermentation efficiency and avoids the poor results of mixed fermentation.

[0041] Furthermore, the injection mechanism 3 enables precise control of the aeration rate. The bottom of the connecting plate 301 is fixed to the front side of the top wall of the protective frame 1. The outer wall of the silicone scraper 306 slides against the inner wall of the injection shell 304, which is connected to the middle of the front side of the double-layer shell 201. When the solenoid valve 307 is opened, air enters the shell through the left side of the injection shell 304. At this time, the electric push rod 302 is activated, which drives the push plate 303 to move, causing the connecting rod 305 and the silicone scraper 306 to slide inside the injection shell 304, pushing the air inside the shell into the double-layer shell 201. By controlling the extension and retraction length and speed of the electric push rod 302, the amount of air pushed by the silicone scraper 306 can be adjusted. The aeration rate can be dynamically adjusted according to the actual needs of different fermentation stages, avoiding the problem of inflexible control of the aeration rate, achieving precise gas supply, effectively improving gas utilization, and providing a suitable oxygen environment for the fermentation process.

[0042] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A kelp vinegar fermentation tank, comprising a protective frame (1), characterized in that: The protective frame (1) is provided with a preparation mechanism (2) inside, which is used to improve fermentation efficiency. The protective frame (1) is provided with an injection mechanism (3) on the front side of the top wall. The preparation mechanism (2) includes a double shell (201), a top cover (202) is rotatably installed on the top of the double shell (201), a connecting shell (203) is connected to the right side of the double shell (201), a filter plate (204) is fixedly installed on the left side of the connecting shell (203), a flow guide shell (205) is connected to the right side of the connecting shell (203), an annular nozzle (206) is connected to the bottom left end of the flow guide shell (205), the bottom wall of the annular nozzle (206) is fixedly installed on the inner bottom wall of the double shell (201), and a stirring assembly (207) is provided at the bottom of the double shell (201).

2. The kelp vinegar fermentation tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The injection mechanism (3) includes a connecting plate (301), the bottom of which is fixedly connected to the front side of the top wall of the protective frame (1). An electric push rod (302) is fixedly connected to the front side of the connecting plate (301). A push plate (303) is fixedly connected to the front end of the electric push rod (302). An injection shell (304) is connected to the middle of the front side of the double shell (201). A connecting rod (305) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the rear side of the push plate (303). A silicone scraper (306) is fixedly connected to the rear end of the connecting rod (305). The outer wall of the silicone scraper (306) is slidably connected to the inner wall of the injection shell (304). A solenoid valve (307) is connected to the left side of the injection shell (304).

3. The kelp vinegar fermentation tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stirring assembly (207) includes a servo motor (2071), the outer wall of which is fixedly connected to the bottom of the double shell (201), and a rotating column (2072) is fixedly connected to the output end of the servo motor (2071). Two stirring blades (2073) are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating column (2072), and multiple arc-shaped grooves (2074) are opened on one side of the stirring blades (2073).

4. The kelp vinegar fermentation tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The injection mechanism (3) also includes a sealing ring (308), the outer wall of which is fixedly connected to the front side of the inner wall of the injection shell (304).

5. A kelp vinegar fermentation tank according to claim 3, characterized in that: A control switch (4) is fixedly connected to the right side of the flow guide shell (205). The control switch (4) is electrically connected to the servo motor (2071), the electric push rod (302), and the solenoid valve (307).

6. The kelp vinegar fermentation tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sealing ring (208) is fixedly connected to the inner top wall of the top cover (202), and the bottom of the sealing ring (208) engages with the top of the double shell (201).

7. The kelp vinegar fermentation tank according to claim 3, characterized in that: The stirring assembly (207) also includes two scrapers (2075), with adjacent sides of the two scrapers (2075) rotatably connected to one side of the corresponding stirring blade (2073).

8. The kelp vinegar fermentation tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the outer wall of the protective frame (1) is fixedly connected to a plurality of connecting seats (5), and a support column (6) is fixedly connected inside the connecting seat (5).

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