A liquor steaming apparatus

Abstract

This utility model discloses a distillation device, including a still, a condenser, a connecting pipe, a condensing pipe, a steam generator, a condensate tank, and a steam tank. The outlet of the steam generator is connected to the still, and the inlet of the steam generator is connected to the steam tank. The still is connected to the condenser through the connecting pipe. The condensing pipe is sleeved on the outside of the connecting pipe, and its inlet is connected to the condensate tank. The outlet of the condensing pipe is connected to the steam tank, and the steam tank is connected to the condensate tank. By connecting the outlet of the condensing pipe to the steam tank, this distillation device can utilize the waste heat generated during the operation of the distillation device to heat the water tank and can recover the hot water generated by the condensing pipe. The heat energy and water recovery and utilization rate is high, which effectively reduces the overall energy consumption of the equipment, thereby solving the problems of low thermal efficiency and high water consumption of existing distillation equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of brewing equipment technology, specifically to a distillation device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently common distillation equipment uses biofuel boilers to heat water and generate steam. This steam then heats the fermented mash in the still, separating the alcohol vapor from the water vapor by utilizing the difference in boiling points. The vapor is then cooled by cooling water and becomes liquid alcohol. However, most of the cooling water is discharged to the outside, resulting in waste. Temperature control is not precise enough, thermal efficiency is low, and water consumption is high. Furthermore, when adding mash, a pulley system driven by an electric motor is used to lift the still lid and the condenser tube connected to the still for adding the mash. However, traditional pulley systems are prone to shaking during lifting, which is unsafe and inconvenient, time-consuming, and labor-intensive. Utility Model Content

[0003] To overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to invent a distillation equipment with high thermal efficiency and water-saving properties.

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

[0005] A distillation apparatus includes a still, a condenser, a connecting pipe, a condensing pipe, a steam generator, a condensate tank, and a steam tank. The outlet of the steam generator is connected to the still, and the inlet of the steam generator is connected to the steam tank. The still is connected to the condenser via the connecting pipe. The condensing pipe is sleeved on the outside of the connecting pipe. The inlet of the condensing pipe is connected to the condensate tank, and the outlet of the condensing pipe is connected to the steam tank. The steam tank is connected to the condensate tank.

[0006] Furthermore, it also includes a PLC controller, which is electrically connected to the steam generator.

[0007] Furthermore, it also includes a chiller adapted to cool liquid in a condensate tank, and the PLC controller is electrically connected to the chiller.

[0008] Furthermore, the distiller includes a distiller body and a cover, the cover being mounted on the distiller body, and the condensation pipe being connected to the cover;

[0009] It also includes a lifting mechanism, the drive end of which is connected to the condensing pipe, and the PLC controller is electrically connected to the lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism is adapted to drive the condensing pipe and the cover to move upward or downward.

[0010] Furthermore, the lifting mechanism includes a base, a support frame, a drive unit, and several lifting machines. The support frame includes four support columns arranged in a rectangular array on the surface of the base and a frame body slidably connected to the support columns. The condensing pipe is installed on the frame body. The lifting machines are arranged one-to-one with the support columns. The lifting machines are adapted to drive the frame body to reciprocate along the length direction of the support columns under the drive of an external power source.

[0011] The drive unit includes a motor, a reducer, a coupling, and a steering gear. The reducer is mounted on the base, and the motor is mounted on the reducer. The power output end of the motor is connected to the power input end of the reducer. The power output end of the reducer is connected to the steering gear via the coupling. The steering gear is connected to the power input end of the elevator.

[0012] Furthermore, a fixed seat is installed on the support column, and a guide rail is provided on the fixed seat. The guide rail extends upward along the length direction of the support column, and a guide rail slider that can slide along the guide rail is installed on the guide rail. The frame is fixedly connected to the guide rail slider.

[0013] Furthermore, it also includes a sensing mechanism, which includes a maximum travel sensing switch and a minimum travel sensing switch mounted on the guide rail. The top end of the guide rail is provided with a maximum travel mounting position for mounting the maximum travel sensing switch, and the bottom end of the guide rail is provided with a minimum travel mounting position for mounting the minimum travel sensing switch. Both the maximum travel sensing switch and the minimum travel sensing switch are electrically connected to the motor.

[0014] Furthermore, the support frame also includes two connecting rods respectively installed on both sides of the bottom end face of the frame body. The two ends of the connecting rods are respectively fixedly connected to two guide rail sliders located on the same side, and the drive end of the elevator is fixedly connected to the connecting rods located on the same side.

[0015] Furthermore, the frame is provided with a condensate pipe mounting position, and multiple baffles are evenly installed on the edge of the condensate pipe mounting position.

[0016] Furthermore, the width of the condenser pipe mounting position is equal to the diameter of the condenser pipe.

[0017] Beneficial effects:

[0018] This invention connects the outlet of the condenser pipe to the steam water tank, allowing the hot water generated during the operation of the condenser pipe to be diverted to the steam water tank for replenishment. Simultaneously, because the hot water is at a high temperature, the steam generator does not require prolonged heating to produce high-temperature steam. This design effectively utilizes the waste heat generated during the distillation process, resulting in high heat and water recovery rates and significantly reducing overall energy consumption. Furthermore, the steam water tank is connected to the condenser tank, allowing excess water to be transferred to the condenser tank for reuse after the steam water tank is full. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a distillation device according to the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a distillation equipment according to this utility model after removing the condensate tank and the steam tank;

[0021] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view at point A in the middle;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating the process of a distillation apparatus according to this utility model.

[0023] Figure label:

[0024] 10. Distillation apparatus; 101. Distillation apparatus body; 102. Cover; 20. Condenser; 30. Connecting pipe; 40. Condensation pipe; 50. Steam generator; 60. Condensate tank; 70. Steam tank; 80. Chiller; 90. Lifting mechanism; 901. Base; 902. Support frame; 9021. Support column; 9022. Frame; 9023. Fixing seat; 9024. Guide rail; 9024. Guide rail slider; 9025. Connecting rod; 9026. Stop bar; 903. Lifting mechanism; 904. Drive unit; 9041. Motor; 9042. Reducer; 9043. Coupling; 9044. Steering mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, without conflict, the various embodiments or technical features described below can be arbitrarily combined to form new embodiments.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0027] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0029] like Figure 1-4 As shown, a distillation apparatus includes a still 10, a condenser 20, a connecting pipe 30, a condensing pipe 40, a steam generator 50, a condensate tank 60, and a steam tank 70. The outlet of the steam generator 50 is connected to the still 10, and the inlet of the steam generator 50 is connected to the steam tank 70. The still 10 is connected to the condenser 20 via the connecting pipe 30. The condensing pipe 40 is sleeved on the outside of the connecting pipe 30. The inlet of the condensing pipe 40 is connected to the condensate tank 60, and the outlet of the condensing pipe 40 is connected to the steam tank 70. The steam tank 70 is connected to the condensate tank 60.

[0030] During operation, the steam generator 50 heats water and generates steam. The steam flows into the still 10 to heat the fermented mash. When the temperature reaches the boiling point of alcohol, alcohol vapor is generated. The alcohol vapor undergoes initial cooling through the condenser pipe 40. The alcohol vapor then flows into the condenser pipe 40, where the cooling water circulates to lower its temperature, turning it into liquid alcohol (high temperature) which flows into the condenser 20. The high-temperature hot water generated during the condensation of the alcohol in the condenser pipe 40 flows into the steam tank 70 to replenish the water lost by the steam generator 50. Because it is high-temperature hot water, the steam generator 50 does not need to heat for a long time to obtain steam, reducing energy consumption. The excess water is cooled and flows into the cooling water tank of the condenser pipe 40 for continued recycling. The liquid alcohol (high temperature) flows into the condenser 20 and is cooled again. The cooling water in the condenser 20 is cooled by the chiller 80 and then recycled. By controlling the temperature of the water output from the chiller 80, the condenser 20 lowers the temperature of the liquid alcohol (high temperature) to 25℃-30℃ and flows it out into the wine tank. After the distillation is completed, the condenser pipe 40 and the cover 102 are raised, the drain valve of the still 10 is opened, the residue is poured out, clean water is added for rinsing, and then new fermented mash is added. Then the condenser pipe 40 and the cover 102 are lowered, the still 10 is closed, and the distillation process is restarted.

[0031] This invention connects the outlet of the condenser pipe 40 to the steam water tank 70, allowing the hot water generated during the operation of the condenser pipe 40 to be diverted to the steam water tank 70 for replenishment. Simultaneously, because the hot water is at a high temperature, the steam generator 50 does not require prolonged heating to produce high-temperature steam. This configuration effectively utilizes the waste heat generated during the distillation process, resulting in high heat and water recovery rates and effectively reducing the overall energy consumption of the equipment. Furthermore, the steam water tank 70 is connected to the condensate tank 60, allowing excess water in the steam water tank 70 to be diverted to the condensate tank 60 for reuse.

[0032] To ensure that the heating temperature in the still 10 is within approximately +5°C of the alcohol boiling point, allowing the alcohol in the mash to fully vaporize, this embodiment also includes a PLC controller. The PLC controller is electrically connected to the steam generator 50 to control the temperature of the steam output from the steam generator 50. Combined with the setting of the chiller 80, which is suitable for cooling the liquid in the condensate tank 60, the PLC controller is electrically connected to the chiller 80 and can control the cooling temperature of the chiller 80 to precisely control the temperature of the condensed liquor, ensuring accurate temperature control.

[0033] In addition, to facilitate the replacement of the mash and the cleaning of the still 10, the still 10 includes a still body 101 and a cover 102. The cover 102 is installed on the still body 101, and the condenser pipe 40 is connected to the cover 102. To facilitate the separation and closing of the cover 102 from the still body 101, this embodiment also includes a lifting mechanism 90. The driving end of the lifting mechanism 90 is connected to the condenser pipe 40, and the PLC controller is electrically connected to the lifting mechanism 90. The lifting mechanism 90 is adapted to drive the condenser pipe 40 and the cover 102 to move upward or downward.

[0034] During operation, the lifting mechanism 90, under the control of the PLC controller, drives the condenser pipe 40 and the cover 102 to move up or down, thereby opening the still body 101 to facilitate the replacement of the mash and the cleaning of the still body 101.

[0035] Specifically, the lifting mechanism 90 includes a base 901, a support frame 902, a drive unit 904, and a plurality of lifting machines 903. The support frame 902 includes four support columns 9021 arranged in a rectangular array on the surface of the base 901 and a frame body 9022 slidably connected to the support columns 9021. The condensing pipe 40 is installed on the frame body 9022. The lifting machines 903 are arranged one-to-one with the support columns 9021. The lifting machines 903 are adapted to drive the frame body 9022 to reciprocate along the length direction of the support columns 9021 under the drive of an external power source.

[0036] The drive unit 904 includes a motor 9041, a reducer 9042, a coupling 9043, and a steering gear 9044. The reducer 9042 is mounted on the base 901, and the motor 9041 is mounted on the reducer 9042. The power output end of the motor 9041 is connected to the power input end of the reducer 9042. The power output end of the reducer 9042 is connected to the steering gear 9044 via the coupling 9043. The steering gear 9044 is connected to the power input end of the elevator 903.

[0037] Support columns 9021 are mounted on the base 901 in a rectangular array to prevent the frame 9022 from tilting when sliding along the support columns 9021. Combined with lifting mechanisms 903, each corresponding to a support column 9021, this ensures balanced force distribution on the frame 9022 during movement. Furthermore, a reducer 9042 reduces the output speed of the motor 9041, resulting in smooth operation of the lifting mechanism 903 when driving the frame 9022 up and down, preventing bumps and vibrations. The frame 9022 falls from the support column 9021; and compared with the traditional method of using pulley blocks to lift the pipes and the lid of the distiller 10, the lifting mechanism 903 is used as the driving device to lift the frame 9022. Combined with the drive unit 904 consisting of a motor 9041, a reducer 9042, a steering gear 9044 and a coupling 9043, the frame 9022 can be stopped and started instantly, with high running stability. With the cooperation of the PCL controller, its degree of automation is high.

[0038] Furthermore, to further improve the stability of the frame 9022 during movement and prevent tilting during vertical movement, a fixed seat 9023 is installed on the support column 9021. A guide rail 9024 is provided on the fixed seat 9023. The guide rail 9024 extends upward along the length of the support column 9021. A guide rail slider 9024 that can slide along the guide rail 9024 is installed on the guide rail 9024. The frame 9022 is fixedly connected to the guide rail slider 9024.

[0039] Furthermore, to improve the stability of the guide rail slider 9024, in this embodiment, the support frame 902 further includes two connecting rods 9025 respectively installed on both sides of the bottom end face of the frame 9022. The two ends of the connecting rods 9025 are respectively fixedly connected to the two guide rail sliders 9024 located on the same side, and the drive end of the elevator 903 is fixedly connected to the connecting rods 9025 located on the same side.

[0040] Furthermore, to prevent detachment from the guide rail 9024 or collision with the condenser 20 located below, this embodiment also includes a sensing mechanism. The sensing mechanism includes a maximum travel sensing switch and a minimum travel sensing switch installed on the guide rail 9024. The top of the guide rail 9024 is provided with a maximum travel mounting position for installing the maximum travel sensing switch, and the bottom of the guide rail 9024 is provided with a minimum travel mounting position for installing the minimum travel sensing switch. Both the maximum travel sensing switch and the minimum travel sensing switch are electrically connected to the motor 9041. This arrangement allows the motor 9041 to be shut off in time when the frame 9022 reaches the minimum or maximum travel, thereby cutting off the power to the elevator 903 and limiting the continued movement of the frame 9022 to prevent accidents.

[0041] In addition, to prevent the condenser pipe 40 from shaking during movement, in this embodiment, the frame 9022 is provided with a condenser pipe mounting position. Multiple baffles 9026 are evenly installed on the edge of the condenser pipe mounting position, and the width of the condenser pipe mounting position is set to be equal to the diameter of the condenser pipe, so that the baffles 9026 can clamp the condenser pipe 40.

[0042] The above description provides a more detailed explanation of the present invention in conjunction with specific embodiments. It should not be construed that the specific implementation of the present invention is limited to these descriptions. For those skilled in the art, several simple deductions or substitutions can be made without departing from the concept of the present invention, and all such deductions or substitutions should be considered to fall within the scope of protection defined by the claims submitted by the present invention.

Claims

1. A liquor steaming apparatus characterised in that: The device includes a distiller, a condenser, a connecting pipe, a condensing pipe, a steam generator, a condensate tank, and a steam tank. The outlet of the steam generator is connected to the distiller, and the inlet of the steam generator is connected to the steam tank. The distiller is connected to the condenser via the connecting pipe. The condensing pipe is sleeved on the outside of the connecting pipe. The inlet of the condensing pipe is connected to the condensate tank, and the outlet of the condensing pipe is connected to the steam tank. The steam tank is connected to the condensate tank.

2. The vaporizing apparatus of claim 1, wherein: It also includes a PLC controller, which is electrically connected to the steam generator.

3. The liquor vaporizing apparatus according to claim 2, characterized by: It also includes a chiller, which is adapted to cool the liquid in the condensate tank, and the PLC controller is electrically connected to the chiller.

4. The liquor vaporizing apparatus according to claim 2, characterized by: The distiller includes a distiller body and a cover, the cover being mounted on the distiller body, and the condensation pipe being connected to the cover; It also includes a lifting mechanism, the drive end of which is connected to the condensing pipe, and the PLC controller is electrically connected to the lifting mechanism. The lifting mechanism is adapted to drive the condensing pipe and the cover to move upward or downward.

5. The liquor vaporising apparatus of claim 4, wherein: The lifting mechanism includes a base, a support frame, a drive unit, and several lifting machines. The support frame includes four support columns arranged in a rectangular array on the surface of the base and a frame body slidably connected to the support columns. The condensing pipe is installed on the frame body. The lifting machines are arranged one-to-one with the support columns. The lifting machines are adapted to drive the frame body to reciprocate along the length direction of the support columns under the drive of an external power source. The drive unit includes a motor, a reducer, a coupling, and a steering gear. The reducer is mounted on the base, and the motor is mounted on the reducer. The power output end of the motor is connected to the power input end of the reducer. The power output end of the reducer is connected to the steering gear via the coupling. The steering gear is connected to the power input end of the elevator.

6. The liquor vaporising apparatus of claim 5, wherein: A fixed seat is installed on the support column, and a guide rail is provided on the fixed seat. The guide rail extends upward along the length of the support column, and a guide rail slider that can slide along the guide rail is installed on the guide rail. The frame is fixedly connected to the guide rail slider.

7. The liquor vaporising apparatus of claim 6, wherein: It also includes a sensing mechanism, which includes a maximum travel sensing switch and a minimum travel sensing switch mounted on the guide rail. The top of the guide rail is provided with a maximum travel mounting position for mounting the maximum travel sensing switch, and the bottom of the guide rail is provided with a minimum travel mounting position for mounting the minimum travel sensing switch. Both the maximum travel sensing switch and the minimum travel sensing switch are electrically connected to the motor.

8. The liquor vaporizing apparatus according to claim 6, characterized by: The support frame also includes two connecting rods respectively installed on both sides of the bottom end face of the frame. The two ends of the connecting rods are respectively fixedly connected to two guide rail sliders located on the same side. The drive end of the elevator is fixedly connected to the connecting rods located on the same side.

9. The liquor vaporizing apparatus according to claim 6, characterized by: The frame is provided with a condensate pipe mounting position, and multiple baffles are evenly installed on the edge of the condensate pipe mounting position.

10. The liquor vaporizing apparatus according to claim 9, characterized by: The width of the condenser pipe installation location is equal to the diameter of the condenser pipe.

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