A beverage production dispensing tank

Abstract

This utility model discloses a mixing tank for beverage production, relating to the field of beverage production technology. It includes a mixing tank body with a top cover, a feeding port, and several ingredient containers. Each ingredient container contains a fine-tuning feeding assembly with an ingredient addition valve at its bottom, the outlet of which communicates with the interior of the mixing tank body. A stirrer is installed inside the mixing tank body and fixedly connected to the top cover. A discharge valve is located at the bottom of the mixing tank body. This utility model designs a separate ingredient container with a fine-tuning feeding assembly, allowing for the addition of liquid ingredients or additives independently without relying on the mixing tank body's feeding port. It enables precise and batch addition, making it more convenient and time-saving compared to the traditional method of adding ingredients through the mixing tank body's own feeding port.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beverage production technology, and in particular to a mixing tank for beverage production. Background Technology

[0002] In the beverage production industry, mixing beverage concentrates, ingredients, and additives using mixing tanks is an essential step. Ordinary mixing tanks have one or two feeding ports. However, for certain special beverage formulas or during the beverage research and development stage, it is not possible to pour all the materials into the mixing tank at once for mixing. Instead, they need to be added in delayed, batch, and quantitative amounts. For ordinary mixing tanks, opening the feeding port multiple times temporarily would be inconvenient. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a mixing tank for beverage production, which solves the problem mentioned in the background art of the inconvenience of temporarily opening the feeding port for multiple feeding operations in ordinary mixing tanks.

[0004] The present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] This utility model discloses a mixing tank for beverage production, comprising a mixing tank body, a top cover, a feeding port, and several ingredient containers on the top cover; a fine-tuning feeding assembly is provided inside the ingredient containers, and an ingredient addition valve is provided at the bottom of the fine-tuning feeding assembly, with the outlet of the ingredient addition valve communicating with the interior of the mixing tank body; a stirrer is provided inside the mixing tank body, and the stirrer is fixedly connected to the top cover; a discharge valve is provided at the bottom of the mixing tank body.

[0006] Preferably, the side wall of the mixing tank has a first observation window, and the first observation window is provided with a first scale line.

[0007] Preferably, a plurality of sampling valves are provided on the side wall of the mixing tank, and the sampling valves are arranged at different height positions of the mixing tank.

[0008] Preferably, the top of the mixing tank is provided with a mixing inlet;

[0009] A partition is provided at the bottom of the mixing tank, and the partition and the side wall of the mixing tank form a main cavity;

[0010] The fine-tuning feeding assembly includes a fine-tuning feeding cylinder, which is vertically arranged on the partition plate, and a portion of the side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder overlaps with the side wall of the mixing tank. A connecting valve is provided at the bottom of the side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder, and the fine-tuning feeding cylinder is connected to the main cavity through the connecting valve.

[0011] The ingredient addition valve is located below the partition plate, and the inlet of the ingredient addition valve is located on the bottom surface of the bottom plate of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder.

[0012] Preferably, a second observation window is provided on the side wall of the mixing tank, and a second scale line is provided on the second observation window, which corresponds to the main cavity;

[0013] A third observation window is provided on the overlapping part of the side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder and the side wall of the mixing tank. A third scale line is provided on the third observation window, and the third scale line corresponds to the inner cavity of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder.

[0014] The unit scale of the second scale line is larger than the unit scale of the third scale line.

[0015] Preferably, the top port of the ingredient inlet is provided with a cover, and the side wall of the ingredient inlet is provided with a first vent hole;

[0016] The top port of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder extends through the top plate of the mixing tank to the outside, and the top port of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder is provided with a cover. A second vent hole is provided on the side wall of the portion of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder outside the top plate of the mixing tank.

[0017] A filter plate is installed inside the first vent and the second vent.

[0018] Preferably, the stirrer includes a motor, which is fixedly mounted on the top cover. The output end of the motor is provided with a stirring shaft, which is located inside the stirring tank. Multiple stirring blades are fixedly mounted on the stirring shaft, and crescent-shaped plates arranged along the rotation direction are provided on the blade surfaces of the stirring blades.

[0019] Preferably, the upper side wall of the mixing tank is provided with a one-way exhaust valve.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial technical effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0021] This invention features a separate ingredient tank equipped with a fine-tuning feeding component. It allows for the addition of liquid ingredients or additives without relying on the feeding port of the mixing tank, enabling precise and batch-wise addition. Compared to the traditional method of adding ingredients through the feeding port of the mixing tank itself, this design is more convenient and time-saving. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the mixing tank for beverage production according to this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the beverage production mixing tank of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the ingredient tank structure in the beverage production mixing tank of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the ingredient tank structure in the beverage production mixing tank of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the ingredient container in the beverage production mixing tank of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the stirring blade structure in the beverage production mixing tank of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the crescent plate structure in the beverage production mixing tank of this utility model.

[0030] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Mixing tank; 1-1. Discharge valve; 1-2. First observation window; 1-3. First scale line; 1-4. Sampling valve; 1-5. One-way exhaust valve; 2. Top cover; 2-1. Feeding port; 3. Batching tank; 3-1. Batching addition valve; 3-2. Fine-tuning feeding assembly; 3-2-1. Fine-tuning feeding cylinder; 3-2-2. Connecting valve; 3-2-3. Second vent; 3-3. Second observation window; 3-4. Second scale line; 3-5. Third observation window; 3-6. Third scale line; 3-7. Batching addition port; 3-7-1. First vent; 3-8. Baffle plate; 3-9. Main chamber; 3-10. Feeding control button; 3-11. Fine-tuning control button; 4. Agitator; 4-1. Motor; 4-2. Agitator shaft; 4-3. Agitator blade; 4-3-1. Crescent plate. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0032] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, this embodiment discloses a beverage production mixing tank, including a mixing tank body 1. The mixing tank body 1 is provided with a detachable top cover 2. The top cover 2 is provided with a feeding port 2-1 with a snap-on cap and several ingredient tanks 3. A fine-tuning feeding component 3-2 is provided inside the ingredient tank 3. An ingredient addition valve 3-1 is provided at the bottom of the fine-tuning feeding component 3-2. The discharge port of the ingredient addition valve 3-1 is connected to the inside of the mixing tank body 1. A stirrer 4 is provided inside the mixing tank body 1 and is fixedly connected to the top cover 2. A discharge valve 1-1 is provided at the bottom of the mixing tank body 1. A first observation window 1-2 is provided on the side wall of the mixing tank body 1. A first scale line 1-3 is provided on the first observation window 1-2. In addition, a one-way exhaust valve 1-5 is provided on the upper side wall of the mixing tank body 1 for discharging gas from the mixing tank body 1 during the mixing and preparation of certain beverages.

[0033] After adding the beverage concentrate into the feeding port 2-1, cover the feeding port 2-1 with the cap. Add the required ingredients and additives into the mixing tank 3. The fine-tuning feeding component 3-2 and the ingredient adding valve 3-1 can be used to add the beverage in batches and quantities at appropriate times. The beverage can be stirred using the stirrer 4. After all the stirring is completed, the beverage can be discharged using the discharge valve 1-1.

[0034] In this embodiment, a plurality of sampling valves 1-4 are provided on the side wall of the mixing tank 1. The sampling valves 1-4 are arranged at different height positions of the mixing tank 1, so that beverage samples at different depths can be obtained, making the samples more representative.

[0035] like Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the top of the mixing tank 3 is provided with a mixing inlet 3-7. The lower part of the mixing tank 3 is provided with a partition 3-8, which is sealed to the side wall of the mixing tank 3. The space above the partition 3-8 inside the mixing tank 3 forms a main cavity 3-9. Liquid ingredients and additives added through the mixing inlet 3-7 will fall into the main cavity 3-9.

[0036] The fine-tuning feeding assembly 3-2 includes a fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1, which is vertically mounted on the partition 3-8. A portion of the side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 overlaps with the side wall of the mixing tank 3. A connecting valve 3-2-2 is located at the bottom of the side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1. When the connecting valve 3-2-2 is open, according to the principle of communicating vessels, the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 is connected to the main chamber 3-9 through the connecting valve 3-2-2, allowing liquid in the main chamber 3-9 to flow into the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1, and the liquid levels in both chambers are equal. When the connecting valve 3-2-2 is closed, the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 is isolated from the main chamber 3-9. The mixing valve 3-1 is located below the partition 3-8, and its inlet is located on the bottom surface of the bottom plate of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1.

[0037] A second observation window 3-3 is provided on the side wall of the mixing tank 3, and a second scale line 3-4 is provided on the second observation window 3-3. The second observation window 3-3 corresponds to the main cavity 3-9. A third observation window 3-5 is provided on the part of the side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 that overlaps with the side wall of the mixing tank 3. A third scale line 3-6 is provided on the third observation window 3-5. The third scale line 3-6 corresponds to the inner cavity of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1. The unit scale of the second scale line 3-4 is larger than the unit scale of the third scale line 3-6.

[0038] When the connecting valve 3-2-2 is open, opening the ingredient addition valve 3-1 causes the liquid levels in the main chamber 3-9 and the fine-tuning feed cylinder 3-2-1 to drop simultaneously, allowing the added liquid to fall into the mixing tank 1. The amount added can be determined by observing the drop in the second scale line 3-4. When a small amount of ingredient needs to be added for fine-tuning, closing the connecting valve 3-2-2 and opening the ingredient addition valve 3-1 keeps the liquid level in the main chamber 3-9 unchanged, while only the liquid level in the fine-tuning feed cylinder 3-2-1 drops. The unit graduation of the third scale line 3-6 is smaller than the unit graduation of the second scale line 3-4 (e.g., the unit graduation of the second scale line 3-4 is 10 ml, and the unit graduation of the third scale line 3-6 is 1 ml). This allows for more precise control of the amount of ingredient added. When a large amount of ingredients needs to be added again, the ingredient addition valve 3-1 is closed, and the connecting valve 3-2-2 is opened again. The fine-tuning feed cylinder 3-2-1 is then connected to the main chamber 3-9 again, and the liquid level is restored. The above actions are repeated. In this embodiment, the height of the third scale line 3-6 is set higher to facilitate observation when fine-tuning the addition amount.

[0039] In this embodiment, the top port of the ingredient inlet 3-7 is provided with a cap, and the side wall of the ingredient inlet 3-7 is provided with a first vent hole 3-7-1. The top port of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 extends through the top plate of the mixing tank 3 to the outside, and the top port of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 is provided with a cap. The side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 located outside the top plate of the mixing tank 3 is provided with a second vent hole 3-2-3. Filter plates are provided inside the first vent hole 3-7-1 and the second vent hole 3-2-3 to prevent impurities from entering. The design of the two caps is to prevent impurities from entering the mixing tank 3 and causing contamination. The design of the first vent hole 3-7-1 and the second vent hole 3-2-3 is to ensure that the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1, the connecting valve 3-2-2, and the main cavity 3-9 form a communicating environment.

[0040] In this embodiment, the mixing tank 3 is equipped with a feeding control button 3-10 and a fine-tuning control button 3-11. The mixing valve 3-1 is electrically connected to the feeding control button 3-10 through a pipeline, and the feeding control button 3-10 controls the opening and closing of the mixing valve 3-1. The connecting valve 3-2-2 is electrically connected to the fine-tuning control button 3-11 through a pipeline, and the fine-tuning control button 3-11 controls the opening and closing of the connecting valve 3-2-2. Thus, the connection and disconnection between the main chamber 3-9 and the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 can be switched by the fine-tuning control button 3-11.

[0041] In this embodiment, there are 3 ingredient tanks 3. It should be noted that the number of ingredient tanks 3 depends on the type of ingredients to be added, and is not limited here.

[0042] like Figure 2 and Figures 5 to 6 As shown, the stirrer 4 includes a motor 4-1, which is fixedly mounted on the top cover 2. The output end of the motor 4-1 is provided with a stirring shaft 4-2, which is located inside the stirring tank 1. Multiple stirring blades 4-3 are fixedly mounted on the stirring shaft 4-2. Crescent plates 4-3-1 arranged along the rotation direction are provided on the blade surface of the stirring blades 4-3. The crescent plates 4-3-1 are plate-shaped structures with a crescent-shaped cross-section. The crescent-shaped cross-section of the crescent plates 4-3-1 is arranged parallel to the blade surface of the stirring blades 4-3. The crescent plates 4-3-1 not only increase the contact area between the stirring blades 4-3 and the liquid when they rotate, but also increase the vertical impact on the liquid, thereby improving the stirring effect.

[0043] The operation process of this utility model is as follows:

[0044] First, add the beverage concentrate to be stirred through the feeding port 2-1. Add liquid ingredients or additives to the mixing tank 3, and start the motor 4-1. The stirring blade 4-3 will then begin stirring. When it is necessary to add ingredients or additives, first keep the connecting valve 3-2-2 open, operate the feeding control button 3-10 to open the ingredient adding valve 3-1. The liquid level in the main chamber 3-9 and the liquid level in the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 will drop simultaneously, and the ingredients will fall into the mixing tank 1. At this time, the amount added can be determined by observing the drop value of the second scale line 3-4. When the required amount is almost reached, close the ingredient adding valve 3-1, switch the fine-tuning control button 3-11 to close the connecting valve 3-2-2. At this time, the main chamber 3-9 and the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 are isolated from each other. Then open the ingredient adding valve 3-1 again, and the liquid level in the fine-tuning feeding cylinder 3-2-1 will drop. Observe the drop value of the third scale line 3-6 to accurately control the amount added. If multiple additions of ingredients are required, close the ingredient addition valve 3-1 again, switch the fine-tuning control knob 3-11 to open the connecting valve 3-2-2, and reconnect the fine-tuning feed cylinder 3-2-1 with the main chamber 3-9, so that the liquid level is level again. Repeat the above steps.

[0045] The embodiments described above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of the present utility model. Various modifications and improvements made to the technical solutions of the present utility model by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit of the present utility model should fall within the protection scope defined by the claims of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A brewer's kettle characterized by: It includes a mixing tank (1), the mixing tank (1) is provided with a top cover (2), the top cover (2) is provided with a feeding port (2-1) and several batching tanks (3); The mixing tank (3) is equipped with a fine-tuning feeding component (3-2), and the bottom of the fine-tuning feeding component (3-2) is equipped with a mixing valve (3-1). The outlet of the mixing valve (3-1) is connected to the inside of the mixing tank (1). The mixing tank (1) is equipped with a stirrer (4), which is fixedly connected to the top cover (2); The bottom of the mixing tank (1) is provided with a discharge valve (1-1).

2. The beverage production mixing tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mixing tank (1) has a first observation window (1-2) on its side wall, and a first scale line (1-3) is provided on the first observation window (1-2).

3. The beverage production brew kettle of claim 1, wherein: Multiple sampling valves (1-4) are provided on the side wall of the mixing tank (1), and the sampling valves (1-4) are arranged at different height positions of the mixing tank (1).

4. The beverage production brew kettle of claim 1, wherein: The top of the mixing tank (3) is provided with a mixing inlet (3-7). The lower part of the mixing tank (3) is provided with a partition (3-8), and the partition (3-8) and the side wall of the mixing tank (3) form a main cavity (3-9). The fine-tuning feeding assembly (3-2) includes a fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3-2-1), which is vertically arranged on the partition plate (3-8), and a part of the side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3-2-1) overlaps with the side wall of the mixing tank (3). A connecting valve (3-2-2) is provided at the bottom of the side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3-2-1), and the fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3-2-1) is connected to the main cavity (3-9) through the connecting valve (3-2-2). The ingredient addition valve (3-1) is located below the partition plate (3-8), and the inlet of the ingredient addition valve (3-1) is located on the bottom surface of the bottom plate of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3-2-1).

5. The beverage production brew kettle of claim 4, wherein: The side wall of the mixing tank (3) is provided with a second observation window (3-3), and a second scale line (3-4) is provided on the second observation window (3-3). The second observation window (3-3) corresponds to the main cavity (3-9). A third observation window (3-5) is provided on the overlapping part of the side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3) and the side wall of the mixing tank (3). A third scale line (3-6) is provided on the third observation window (3-5), and the third scale line (3-6) corresponds to the inner cavity of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3-2-1). The unit scale of the second scale line (3-4) is larger than the unit scale of the third scale line (3-6).

6. The beverage production brew kettle of claim 4, wherein: The top port of the ingredient inlet (3-7) is provided with a cover, and the side wall of the ingredient inlet (3-7) is provided with a first vent hole (3-7-1). The top port of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3-2-1) extends through the top plate of the mixing tank (3) to the outside, and the top port of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3-2-1) is provided with a cover. The side wall of the fine-tuning feeding cylinder (3-2-1) located outside the top plate of the mixing tank (3) is provided with a second vent hole (3-2-3). A filter plate is provided inside the first vent (3-7-1) and the second vent (3-2-3).

7. The beverage production brew kettle of claim 1, wherein: The stirrer (4) includes a motor (4-1), which is fixedly mounted on the top cover (2). The output end of the motor (4-1) is provided with a stirring shaft (4-2), which is located inside the stirring tank (1). Multiple stirring blades (4-3) are fixedly mounted on the stirring shaft (4-2), and crescent plates (4-3-1) arranged along the rotation direction are provided on the blade surface of the stirring blades (4-3).

8. The beverage production brew kettle of claim 1, wherein: The upper side wall of the mixing tank (1) is provided with a one-way exhaust valve (1-5).

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