WO2002028763A1 - Refrigerated beverage dispenser equipped with two refrigerating means - Google Patents

Refrigerated beverage dispenser equipped with two refrigerating means Download PDF

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WO2002028763A1
WO2002028763A1 PCT/FR2001/003054 FR0103054W WO0228763A1 WO 2002028763 A1 WO2002028763 A1 WO 2002028763A1 FR 0103054 W FR0103054 W FR 0103054W WO 0228763 A1 WO0228763 A1 WO 0228763A1
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B67—OPENING, CLOSING OR CLEANING BOTTLES, JARS OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS; LIQUID HANDLING
    • B67D—DISPENSING, DELIVERING OR TRANSFERRING LIQUIDS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B67D1/00—Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught
    • B67D1/06—Mountings or arrangements of dispensing apparatus in or on shop or bar counters
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B67—OPENING, CLOSING OR CLEANING BOTTLES, JARS OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS; LIQUID HANDLING
    • B67D—DISPENSING, DELIVERING OR TRANSFERRING LIQUIDS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B67D1/00—Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught
    • B67D1/04—Apparatus utilising compressed air or other gas acting directly or indirectly on beverages in storage containers
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B67—OPENING, CLOSING OR CLEANING BOTTLES, JARS OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS; LIQUID HANDLING
    • B67D—DISPENSING, DELIVERING OR TRANSFERRING LIQUIDS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B67D1/00—Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught
    • B67D1/08—Details
    • B67D1/0857—Cooling arrangements
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B67—OPENING, CLOSING OR CLEANING BOTTLES, JARS OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS; LIQUID HANDLING
    • B67D—DISPENSING, DELIVERING OR TRANSFERRING LIQUIDS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B67D1/00—Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught
    • B67D1/08—Details
    • B67D1/0857—Cooling arrangements
    • B67D1/0858—Cooling arrangements using compression systems
    • B67D1/0861—Cooling arrangements using compression systems the evaporator acting through an intermediate heat transfer means
    • B67D1/0864—Cooling arrangements using compression systems the evaporator acting through an intermediate heat transfer means in the form of a cooling bath
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B67—OPENING, CLOSING OR CLEANING BOTTLES, JARS OR SIMILAR CONTAINERS; LIQUID HANDLING
    • B67D—DISPENSING, DELIVERING OR TRANSFERRING LIQUIDS, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR
    • B67D2210/00—Indexing scheme relating to aspects and details of apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught or for controlling flow of liquids under gravity from storage containers for dispensing purposes
    • B67D2210/00028—Constructional details
    • B67D2210/00128—Constructional details relating to outdoor use; movable; portable
    • B67D2210/00133—Constructional details relating to outdoor use; movable; portable wheeled

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  • the technical sector of the present invention is that of beverage dispensers allowing it to be drawn from a pressurized tank.
  • the object of the present invention is to provide a portable device for dispensing refrigerated drinks having a compact structure, compact and which is easily movable while providing an attractive aesthetic appearance.
  • a portable device for dispensing refrigerated drinks having a compact structure, compact and which is easily movable while providing an attractive aesthetic appearance.
  • the invention therefore relates to a beverage dispensing device containing carbon dioxide dissolved using a pressurized gas, of the type comprising a reservoir containing the beverage, a source of gas under pressure and two simultaneous or individual means of refrigerating the beverage, in the form of an autonomous or non-autonomous system, portable or fixed, comprising a lower part constituting a first housing receiving the beverage reservoir, an upper part constituting a second housing receiving the source of pressurized gas and the refrigeration means, and an aerial part supporting means for dispensing the beverage forming a cover for the upper part, the upper and lower parts delimiting a body, characterized in that one of the cooling means consists of an insulated compartment containing a duct disposed between the tank and the distribution means and a refrigeration compressor ensuring the cooling of the duct and / or of the tank.
  • the duct can be in the form of a coil.
  • the compartment is thermally insulated using a first side wall and an insulating bottom and the lower part is thermally insulated using a second side wall, a bottom wall and an upper wall .
  • the compartment includes a cone emerging in its internal space.
  • the device comprises a first evaporator at the level of the compartment and a second evaporator arranged between the tank and the second side wall, the two evaporators being connected to the compressor.
  • the device includes a condenser disposed between the body and the second side wall.
  • the device comprises a ventilation means ensuring air circulation in the lower and upper parts and at the level of the condenser.
  • the bottom wall is provided with a groove for collecting the condensation water.
  • Openings are provided at the base of the body to allow the evacuation of condensed water.
  • the dispenser has a thermostat for controlling the temperature of the beverage.
  • An advantage of the present invention lies in the fact that the dispensing device of the invention is made autonomous and can be easily transported or brought to the places of consumption near the consumers.
  • FIG. 1 is a longitudinal section of the dispenser
  • FIG. 3 illustrates an alternative embodiment
  • FIG. 4 is a longitudinal section showing another embodiment of the invention
  • Figure 5 is a longitudinal section of the dispenser
  • Figures 6 and 7 are exploded views of the dispenser.
  • Figure 1 there is shown a section of the device for dispensing any beverage using a pressurized gas.
  • the drink can be of the beer, soda, sparkling wine or lemonade type, for example.
  • the pressurized gas consists of carbon dioxide and nitrogen or air in known proportions to avoid any substantial change in the carbonation rate of the drink, for example for beer which is between 4.3 and 4.8 g of C0 2 per liter depending on the type of beer.
  • the dispensing device or distributor 1 comprises a beverage reservoir 2, a source of pressurized gas 3 and a means 4 for refrigerating the beverage coming from the reservoir.
  • the tank 2 is in the form of a container or a keg containing for example 30 liters of beer.
  • the gas source 3 is constituted by a conventional bottle supporting the desired pressure with a capacity of 12 liters of carbon dioxide for example.
  • the refrigeration means 4 consists of an enclosure 5 in which is positioned a duct 6, a coil for example.
  • a bottom 9 in which the tank 2 is placed, this bottom constituting a means of wedging and positioning of the tank.
  • this bottom has a shape adapted to the external surface of the tank, cylindrical for example.
  • the body 7 also defines an upper part 10 receiving the gas bottle 3 and the enclosure 5.
  • This enclosure 5 is shaped to occupy the space available in this upper part 10, either partially or completely.
  • the bottle 3 is conventionally provided with a tap 11 onto which a connector 12a is connected, connected to a pressure reducer 13 itself connected by a connector 12b to the tank 2 by means of a withdrawal head 14 provided with a screwing handle 15 and a withdrawal sleeve 16.
  • the sleeve 16 plunges into the tank 2 and is extended by a pipe 17 fitted with a metering device 18 used for counting.
  • This dispenser 18 may include a safety valve to prevent theft of drink.
  • the pipe 17 is connected to one end of the coil 6 located in the enclosure 5. This coil 6 is immersed in the enclosure 5 in a bath of ice preferably or of ice water which can be renewed if necessary.
  • the bottom 19 of the enclosure is pierced to receive an emptying means 20.
  • the other end of the coil 6 is connected to a flexible connector 21 connected to a tap 22 provided with its handle 23 for maneuvering.
  • the upper part 10 of the body 7 supports an aerial part 24 forming a cover hinged relative to the latter by means of a hinge
  • the cover 24 supports a distribution column 26 on which the tap 22 is fixed.
  • the flexible connector 21 is disposed inside a bore 27 of the column 26 and is held there by a fixing means 28.
  • the flexible connector 21 allows the opening and closing of the cover 24 and is designed to allow the clearance of the cover such that it completely frees the opening of the upper part 10. In this way, it is easy to replace the gas bottle and clean the refrigeration or cooling equipment.
  • the cover 24 is provided with a complementary sealing means 29 adapting in the opening of the enclosure 5. In the figure, it can be seen that this means 29 is in the form of a bead with cooperating beveled edge with the also bevelled edge of the enclosure 5.
  • the cover 24 is provided with a bowl 32 provided with an outlet 33 intended for recovering any excess drink.
  • the body 7 is provided at its upper part 10 with a collar 34 on which a plate 35 of annular shape of variable diameter can rest to constitute a stand-alone table useful for the consumer (s).
  • This plate 35 can be fixed or removable.
  • the lower part 8 of the body 7 is provided with a lateral opening 36 allowing access to the reservoir 2 for replacing it when it is empty.
  • This opening 36 can be closed by one or two doors hinged relative to the body 7.
  • the bottom 9 of the body 7 is provided with rollers 37 making it possible to move the dispensing device 1 from one place to another.
  • these wheels are equipped with a locking means.
  • the dispenser can be moved from one point to another towards consumers without providing it with the table 35.
  • This dispenser can of course be used at a fixed point and be equipped with a table of sufficient diameter to accommodate several consumers. In this case, the dispenser can be fitted with skids or else be fixed to the ground to form a pedestal.
  • the device 1 is used in the following manner. After activating the valve 11 of the cylinder 3 of compressed gas, the tank 2 is pressurized. The opening of the tap 22 makes it possible to withdraw a given quantity of drink or else a metered quantity since the gas pressure discharges the drink through the sleeve 16 which is directed by the pipe 17 towards the coil 6 where it cools before being collected.
  • FIG 2 there is shown the means ensuring the mobility of the dispenser according to the invention in a section made at its lower part.
  • These means are constituted by a substantially circular base 40 delimiting a bowl 41, the diameter of which corresponds substantially to the outside diameter of the body 7.
  • This bowl constitutes a receptacle in which the dispenser is kept permanently when it is moved from one point to another.
  • two reinforcements 42 and 43 are fixed intended to receive the front and rear wheels respectively.
  • the rear wheels 45 and 46 are shown. They are united an axis 44 fixed to the reinforcement 43.
  • the wheels 45 and 46 can be immobilized at any time by a locking means consisting of a shoe 47 acting on each of the wheels.
  • the pads are carried by a transverse shaft 48 actuated by a lever 49 by means of an axis 50.
  • a transverse shaft 48 actuated by a lever 49 by means of an axis 50.
  • the shaft 48, the axis 50 and the lever 49 are joined by articulations which it does not have. is not necessary to detail more specifically.
  • Figure 3 allows to see the detail of realization of these joints.
  • the lever 49 mounted fixed or articulated relative to the reinforcement 42.
  • the lever 49 is extended by a handle 52 for maneuvering.
  • the base 40 is provided on the side of the rear wheels with a reinforcement 53 allowing better positioning of the distributor.
  • This reinforcement can also serve as a support at the foot of an umbrella sheltering consumers.
  • FIG 4 there is shown an exploded view of the dispenser where we see the beverage keg 2 extracted from its housing 8 equipped with a gas inlet 66 and a supply line 67 of the coil 6.
  • the bottle of gas 3 is also extracted from its housing 10 and is equipped with an electronic control command 60 powered by an energy source 61, a rechargeable battery for example.
  • a smart card reader 63 can also be provided to record the delivery of the drink.
  • the compartment 5 containing the ice can be provided with an agitator 62 to harmonize the temperature.
  • a turbine 65 associated with a solenoid valve can be integrated on the supply circuit of the tap 22 to improve the distribution of the doses of beverage.
  • a means 400 has been provided for cooling the coil 6 or conduit and possibly the reservoir 2. It comprises an insulated compartment 70 closing the coil 6 and a refrigeration compressor 72.
  • the compartment 70 is provided with a cone 73 inside which is integrated a first evaporator 74 connected to the compressor 72.
  • the cone 73 is tightly connected to the compartment 70 so as to prevent any communication with the interior of the cone. This cone keeps intimate contact between the glass and the pipe or coil 6 when the latter melts.
  • the compartment 70 is also thermally insulated from the rest of the dispenser by a first side wall 75 and a bottom 76.
  • the compartment 70 is of course closed by the cover 24 not shown in this figure.
  • the lower part 8 of the dispenser is also thermally insulated using a second side wall 77, a lower wall 78 and an upper wall 79. It also includes a second evaporator 80 connected to the compressor 72 and applied against the internal face of the side wall 77. It also comprises a condenser 82 joined against the internal wall of the body 7.
  • the condenser 82 is arranged in such a way that a free space is provided in the vicinity of the latter in order to ensure the circulation of the air propelled by a ventilation means 81, a fan for example.
  • the air intake being located in the upper part of the distributor, the passage of air will cool the compressor before being injected through a duct 85 by the fan 81 on the condenser 82 to cool it.
  • the compressor 72 is first cooled and then the condenser 82.
  • the air is taken, for example, using the duct 85 located at the fan 81 and comes out at the bottom of the distributor. through perforations 84.
  • the compressor 72 sends the refrigerating fluid via conventional copper pipes, not shown, to the evaporators 74 and 80 in order to cool the coil 6 and the tank 2. This arrangement is conventional and need not be explained in more detail. .
  • the dispenser according to the invention can be used by cooling the coil 6 alone. introducing a sufficiently cooled fluid into compartment 70.
  • This use finds its advantage when the keg is precooled or when the quantity of beer to be drawn is small.
  • the introduction of ice for example into this compartment makes it possible to ensure, when the tank 2 has been previously cooled and, independently, a service of refrigerated drink for a time of the order of 6 hours.
  • the insulation provided for the reservoir 2 keeps it at the optimum temperature of the order of 3 to 5 ° C for these 6 hours.
  • the dispenser according to the invention can also be used in different ways.
  • the distributor can be used using only the compressor 72 which then cools as described above the tank and a simple conduit in place of the coil. You must first connect the distributor to a source of electrical energy for about ten hours. In this case, the distributor is not completely autonomous, and, in the event of prolonged use, it is necessary to maintain the connection with the energy source.
  • the distributor comprises the compressor 72 and a coil.
  • the refrigerated cone cools the coil allowing the ideal operating temperature to fall between 0 to 5 ° C.
  • the beer in the keg can be at normal temperature and the lowering of temperature to around 3 ° C is ensured by ice alone. The beer is then cooled by the coil alone and this very quickly.
  • the dispenser is completely autonomous but the quantity of beer delivered at the right temperature is low.
  • the dispenser according to the invention makes it possible to keep the beer fresh for about a month if it is not pasteurized and two months if it is by connecting the compressor permanently to an energy source. It goes without saying that the dispenser is equipped with a thermostat 85 which indicates the temperature of the assembly to avoid freezing and foaming in the beer by keeping the internal temperature between 0 and 5 degrees.
  • FIGs 6 and 7 there is shown an exploded view of the dispenser, one being of generally cylindrical shape in Figure 6, and the other of ovoid shape in Figure 7.
  • the dispenser can be of another shape.
  • the distributor is equipped with a computer 98 powered by a battery 99 and a reader 100 making it possible to identify the consumptions taken.
  • FIG. 7 illustrates the same elements arranged in an ovoid-shaped dispenser.

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The invention concerns a beverage dispensing device (1) containing carbon dioxide dissolved by means of a pressurised gas, comprising a reservoir (2) containing the beverage, a pressurised gas source (3) and two means for refrigerating (4, 400) the beverage, in the form of a portable self-contained system, including a lower part (8) forming a first housing receiving the beverage reservoir (2), an upper part (10) forming a second housing receiving the pressurised gas source (3) and the refrigerating means (4), and an aerial part (38) supporting means dispensing (26) the beverage forming a top (24) for the upper part (10), the upper (10) and lower (8) parts delimiting the body (7). The cooling means (400) consists of an insulated compartment (70) containing a coil (6) arranged between the reservoir (2) and the dispensing means (26) and a refrigeration compressor (72) cooling the conduit (6) or coil and the reservoir (2).

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DISTRIBUTEUR DE BOISSON REFRIGEREE EQUIPE DE DEUX MOYENS REFRIGERANTSREFRIGERATED BEVERAGE DISPENSER EQUIPPED WITH TWO REFRIGERANT MEANS
Le secteur technique de la présente invention est celui des distributeurs de boisson permettant son tirage à partir d'un réservoir mis sous pression.The technical sector of the present invention is that of beverage dispensers allowing it to be drawn from a pressurized tank.
Il est bien connu d'effectuer le tirage d'une boisson tels la bière, les sodas, les vins pétillants, les limonades ou autres en prévoyant d' introduire un gaz sous pression dans le réservoir au-dessus de la boisson qui chasse cette boisson par un plongeur jusqu'à un robinet de soutirage. Des moyens de détente des gaz sont prévus pour réguler le fonctionnement de l'appareillage. Des moyens de réfrigération peuvent être également prévus sur le trajet de la boisson entre le réservoir et le robinet pour la rafraîchir. On connaît des systèmes de réfrigération constitués d'un serpentin placé dans un bac d'eau glacée. Pour plus de précisions, on peut se référer aux brevets FR- A-2 395 942 et FR-A-2 684 088 qui décrivent des installations fixes de distribution de boisson telle la bière .It is well known to draw a drink such as beer, sodas, sparkling wines, lemonades or others by planning to introduce a pressurized gas into the tank above the drink which drives this drink by a plunger to a tap. Gas expansion means are provided to regulate the operation of the apparatus. Refrigeration means can also be provided on the path of the drink between the tank and the tap to refresh it. Refrigeration systems are known which consist of a coil placed in a tank of chilled water. For more details, reference may be made to patents FR-A-2 395 942 and FR-A-2 684 088 which describe fixed installations for dispensing beverages such as beer.
Les installations de distribution sont généralement complexes et fixes et ne peuvent donc pas être déplacées. Le but de la présente invention est de proposer un appareil portatif de distribution de boissons réfrigérées présentant une structure compacte, de faible encombrement et qui soit facilement déplaçable tout en offrant un aspect esthétique attractif. On sait en effet qu'en ce qui concerne la bière en dessous d'une température de 0 °C elle gèle et au-dessus de 4 °C elle mousse. Ainsi, on peut admettre que la bière distribuée à l'aide d'un appareil portatif qui doit être opérationnel pendant au moins six heures . L'invention a donc pour objet un dispositif de distribution de boisson renfermant du gaz carbonique dissous à l'aide d'un gaz sous pression, du type comportant un réservoir contenant la boisson, une source de gaz sous pression et deux moyens de réfrigération simultanés ou individuels de la boisson, se présentant sous la forme d'un système autonome ou non, autonome portatif ou fixe, comprenant une partie inférieure constituant un premier logement recevant le réservoir de boisson, une partie supérieure constituant un second logement recevant la source de gaz sous pression et le moyen de réfrigération, et une partie aérienne supportant des moyens de distribution de la boisson formant couvercle de la partie supérieure, les parties supérieure et inférieure délimitant un corps, caractérisé en ce qu'un des moyens de refroidissement est constitué d'un compartiment isolé renfermant un conduit disposé entre le réservoir et les moyens de distribution et un compresseur frigorifique assurant le refroidissement du conduit et/ou du réservoir.Distribution facilities are generally complex and fixed and therefore cannot be moved. The object of the present invention is to provide a portable device for dispensing refrigerated drinks having a compact structure, compact and which is easily movable while providing an attractive aesthetic appearance. We know indeed that as regards beer below a temperature of 0 ° C it freezes and above 4 ° C it froths. Thus, it can be assumed that the beer dispensed using a portable device which must be operational for at least six hours. The invention therefore relates to a beverage dispensing device containing carbon dioxide dissolved using a pressurized gas, of the type comprising a reservoir containing the beverage, a source of gas under pressure and two simultaneous or individual means of refrigerating the beverage, in the form of an autonomous or non-autonomous system, portable or fixed, comprising a lower part constituting a first housing receiving the beverage reservoir, an upper part constituting a second housing receiving the source of pressurized gas and the refrigeration means, and an aerial part supporting means for dispensing the beverage forming a cover for the upper part, the upper and lower parts delimiting a body, characterized in that one of the cooling means consists of an insulated compartment containing a duct disposed between the tank and the distribution means and a refrigeration compressor ensuring the cooling of the duct and / or of the tank.
Le conduit peut se présenter sous la forme d' un serpentin.The duct can be in the form of a coil.
Le compartiment est isolé thermiquement à l'aide d'une première paroi latérale et d'un fond isolant et la partie inférieure est isolée thermiquement à l'aide d'une seconde paroi latérale, d'une paroi inférieure et d'une paroi supérieure .The compartment is thermally insulated using a first side wall and an insulating bottom and the lower part is thermally insulated using a second side wall, a bottom wall and an upper wall .
Le compartiment comprend un cône émergeant dans son espace interne. Le dispositif comprend un premier évaporateur au niveau du compartiment et un second évaporateur disposé entre le réservoir et la seconde paroi latérale, les deux évaporateurs étant reliés au compresseur.The compartment includes a cone emerging in its internal space. The device comprises a first evaporator at the level of the compartment and a second evaporator arranged between the tank and the second side wall, the two evaporators being connected to the compressor.
Le dispositif comprend un condenseur disposé entre le corps et la seconde paroi latérale.The device includes a condenser disposed between the body and the second side wall.
Le dispositif comprend un moyen de ventilation assurant une circulation d'air dans les parties inférieure et supérieure et au niveau du condenseur.The device comprises a ventilation means ensuring air circulation in the lower and upper parts and at the level of the condenser.
La paroi inférieure est munie d' une rainure de récupération de l'eau de condensation.The bottom wall is provided with a groove for collecting the condensation water.
Des ouvertures sont prévues à la base du corps pour permettre l'évacuation de l'eau condensée. Le distributeur comporte un thermostat de contrôle de la température de la boisson.Openings are provided at the base of the body to allow the evacuation of condensed water. The dispenser has a thermostat for controlling the temperature of the beverage.
Un avantage de la présente invention réside dans le fait que le dispositif de distribution de l'invention est rendu autonome et peut être facilement transporté ou amené sur les lieux de consommation près des consommateurs.An advantage of the present invention lies in the fact that the dispensing device of the invention is made autonomous and can be easily transported or brought to the places of consumption near the consumers.
Un autre avantage de l'invention réside dans l'arrangement des différents éléments du distributeur lui conférant un aspect esthétique remarquable. Un autre avantage encore de l'invention réside dans le fait que le distributeur peut être facilement transformable pour être rendu mobile, par exemple en chariot, ou fixe, par exemple en table pour des consommateurs ou en piédestal . D'autres caractéristiques, détails et avantages de l'invention seront mieux compris à la lecture du complément de description donné ci-après en relation avec des dessins sur lesquels : la figure 1 est une coupe longitudinale du distributeur,Another advantage of the invention lies in the arrangement of the various elements of the dispenser giving it a remarkable aesthetic appearance. Yet another advantage of the invention lies in the fact that the dispenser can be easily transformed to be made mobile, for example in a trolley, or fixed, for example in a table for consumers or in a pedestal. Other characteristics, details and advantages of the invention will be better understood on reading the additional description given below in relation to the drawings in which: FIG. 1 is a longitudinal section of the dispenser,
- les figures 2 et 3 illustrent les moyens assurant la mobilité du distributeur,- Figures 2 and 3 illustrate the means ensuring the mobility of the dispenser,
- la figure 3 illustre une variante de réalisation,FIG. 3 illustrates an alternative embodiment,
- la figure 4 est une coupe longitudinale montrant un autre exemple de réalisation de l'invention, la figure 5 est une coupe longitudinale du distributeur, les figures 6 et 7 sont des vues éclatées du distributeur. Sur la figure 1, on a représenté une coupe du dispositif de distribution d'une boisson quelconque à l'aide d'un gaz sous pression. La boisson peut être du type bière, sodas, vins pétillants, limonades par exemple. Le gaz sous pression est constitué du gaz carbonique et d'azote ou d'air selon des proportions connues pour éviter toute modification substantielle du taux de carbonatation de la boisson, par exemple pour la bière qui se situe entre 4,3 et 4,8 g de C02 par litre selon le type de la bière. Le dispositif de distribution ou distributeur 1 comprend un réservoir 2 de boisson, une source de gaz sous pression 3 et un moyen de réfrigération 4 de la boisson provenant du réservoir. Le réservoir 2 se présente sous la forme d' un conteneur ou d'un fût contenant par exemple 30 litres de bière. La source de gaz 3 est constituée par une bouteille classique supportant la pression désirée d'une capacité de 12 litres de gaz carbonique par exemple. Le moyen de réfrigération 4 est constitué d'une enceinte 5 dans laquelle est positionné un conduit 6, un serpentin par exemple. Ces différents éléments sont assemblés suivant l'invention de manière compacte pour constituer un distributeur autonome mobile et portatif de la manière suivante. La structure du distributeur est réalisée autour d'un corps creux 7, par exemple de forme cylindrique, à l'intérieur duquel sont disposés les principaux éléments. Ce corps pourrait être d'une autre forme, par exemple ovale, telle une barrique. Le corps 7 comprend une partie inférieure 8 à l'intérieur de laquelle est disposé le réservoir 2 de boisson. A la base de la partie inférieure est ménagé un fond 9 dans lequel on place le réservoir 2, ce fond constituant un moyen de calage et de positionnement du réservoir. Bien entendu, ce fond présente une forme adaptée à la surface externe du réservoir, cylindrique par exemple. Ainsi, le réservoir 2 est maintenu en position par son poids et l'ajustement plus ou moins serré obtenu dans le fond 9. Le corps 7 délimite également une partie supérieure 10 recevant la bouteille de gaz 3 et l'enceinte 5. Cette enceinte 5 est conformée pour occuper l'espace disponible dans cette partie supérieure 10, soit partiellement, soit totalement.- Figure 4 is a longitudinal section showing another embodiment of the invention, Figure 5 is a longitudinal section of the dispenser, Figures 6 and 7 are exploded views of the dispenser. In Figure 1, there is shown a section of the device for dispensing any beverage using a pressurized gas. The drink can be of the beer, soda, sparkling wine or lemonade type, for example. The pressurized gas consists of carbon dioxide and nitrogen or air in known proportions to avoid any substantial change in the carbonation rate of the drink, for example for beer which is between 4.3 and 4.8 g of C0 2 per liter depending on the type of beer. The dispensing device or distributor 1 comprises a beverage reservoir 2, a source of pressurized gas 3 and a means 4 for refrigerating the beverage coming from the reservoir. The tank 2 is in the form of a container or a keg containing for example 30 liters of beer. The gas source 3 is constituted by a conventional bottle supporting the desired pressure with a capacity of 12 liters of carbon dioxide for example. The refrigeration means 4 consists of an enclosure 5 in which is positioned a duct 6, a coil for example. These various elements are assembled according to the invention in a compact manner to constitute a mobile and portable autonomous distributor in the following manner. The structure of the dispenser is produced around a hollow body 7, for example of cylindrical shape, inside which the main elements are arranged. This body could be of another shape, for example oval, such as a barrel. The body 7 comprises a lower part 8 inside which the beverage container 2 is disposed. At the base of the lower part is formed a bottom 9 in which the tank 2 is placed, this bottom constituting a means of wedging and positioning of the tank. Of course, this bottom has a shape adapted to the external surface of the tank, cylindrical for example. Thus, the reservoir 2 is held in position by its weight and the more or less tight adjustment obtained in the bottom 9. The body 7 also defines an upper part 10 receiving the gas bottle 3 and the enclosure 5. This enclosure 5 is shaped to occupy the space available in this upper part 10, either partially or completely.
La bouteille 3 est munie classiquement d'un robinet 11 sur lequel on vient brancher un raccord 12a relié à un détendeur 13 lui-même connecté par un raccord 12b au réservoir 2 par l'intermédiaire d'une tête de soutirage 14 munie d'une poignée de vissage 15 et d'un manchon 16 de soutirage. Le manchon 16 plonge dans le réservoir 2 et est prolongé par un tuyau 17 équipé d'un doseur 18 servant au comptage. Ce doseur 18 peut comprendre une vanne de sécurité pour éviter le vol de boisson. Le tuyau 17 est relié à une extrémité du serpentin 6 situé dans l'enceinte 5. Ce serpentin 6 baigne dans l'enceinte 5 dans un bain de glace en préférence ou de d'eau glacée que l'on peut renouveler si besoin est. Le fond 19 de l'enceinte est percé pour recevoir un moyen de vidage 20. L'autre extrémité du serpentin 6 est reliée à un raccord souple 21 connecté à un robinet 22 muni de sa poignée 23 de manœuvre.The bottle 3 is conventionally provided with a tap 11 onto which a connector 12a is connected, connected to a pressure reducer 13 itself connected by a connector 12b to the tank 2 by means of a withdrawal head 14 provided with a screwing handle 15 and a withdrawal sleeve 16. The sleeve 16 plunges into the tank 2 and is extended by a pipe 17 fitted with a metering device 18 used for counting. This dispenser 18 may include a safety valve to prevent theft of drink. The pipe 17 is connected to one end of the coil 6 located in the enclosure 5. This coil 6 is immersed in the enclosure 5 in a bath of ice preferably or of ice water which can be renewed if necessary. The bottom 19 of the enclosure is pierced to receive an emptying means 20. The other end of the coil 6 is connected to a flexible connector 21 connected to a tap 22 provided with its handle 23 for maneuvering.
Suivant l'invention, la partie supérieure 10 du corps 7 supporte une partie aérienne 24 formant couvercle articulé par rapport à celle-ci par l'intermédiaire d'une charnièreAccording to the invention, the upper part 10 of the body 7 supports an aerial part 24 forming a cover hinged relative to the latter by means of a hinge
25. Le couvercle 24 supporte une colonne de distribution 26 sur laquelle est fixé le robinet 22. Le raccord souple 21 est disposé à l'intérieur d'un perçage 27 de la colonne 26 et y est maintenu par un moyen de fixation 28. Le raccord souple 21 permet l'ouverture et la fermeture du couvercle 24 et est prévu pour autoriser un débattement du couvercle tel qu'il libère entièrement l'ouverture de la partie supérieure 10. De cette manière, on peut facilement remplacer la bouteille de gaz et procéder au nettoyage du moyen de réfrigération ou refroidissement. Le couvercle 24 est muni d'un moyen 29 complémentaire d'étanchéité s' adaptant dans l'ouverture de l'enceinte 5. Sur la figure, on voit que ce moyen 29 se présente sous la forme d'un bourrelet à bord biseauté coopérant avec le bord également biseauté de l'enceinte 5. On a prévu également au niveau du couvercle 24 une découpe 30 apte à coiffer la poignée 31 du robinet 11 de la bouteille de gaz 3 constituant ainsi un moyen de blocage de la bouteille lorsque le couvercle 24 est rabattu.25. The cover 24 supports a distribution column 26 on which the tap 22 is fixed. The flexible connector 21 is disposed inside a bore 27 of the column 26 and is held there by a fixing means 28. The flexible connector 21 allows the opening and closing of the cover 24 and is designed to allow the clearance of the cover such that it completely frees the opening of the upper part 10. In this way, it is easy to replace the gas bottle and clean the refrigeration or cooling equipment. The cover 24 is provided with a complementary sealing means 29 adapting in the opening of the enclosure 5. In the figure, it can be seen that this means 29 is in the form of a bead with cooperating beveled edge with the also bevelled edge of the enclosure 5. There is also provided at the cover 24 a cutout 30 capable of covering the handle 31 of the valve 11 of the gas bottle 3 thus constituting a means of blocking the bottle when the cover 24 is folded down.
Sur la figure, on voit encore que le couvercle 24 est muni d'une cuvette 32 munie d'une évacuation 33 destinée à la récupération de l'excès éventuel de boisson.In the figure, it can also be seen that the cover 24 is provided with a bowl 32 provided with an outlet 33 intended for recovering any excess drink.
Le corps 7 est muni au niveau de sa partie supérieure 10 d'une collerette 34 sur laquelle peut reposer un plateau 35 de forme annulaire de diamètre variable pour constituer une table autonome utile pour le ou les consommateurs. Ce plateau 35 peut être fixe ou amovible.The body 7 is provided at its upper part 10 with a collar 34 on which a plate 35 of annular shape of variable diameter can rest to constitute a stand-alone table useful for the consumer (s). This plate 35 can be fixed or removable.
La partie inférieure 8 du corps 7 est munie d'une ouverture latérale 36 permettant l'accès au réservoir 2 pour effectuer son remplacement lorsqu'il est vide. Cette ouverture 36 peut être fermée par une ou deux portes articulées par rapport au corps 7.The lower part 8 of the body 7 is provided with a lateral opening 36 allowing access to the reservoir 2 for replacing it when it is empty. This opening 36 can be closed by one or two doors hinged relative to the body 7.
Le fond 9 du corps 7 est muni de roulettes 37 permettant de déplacer le dispositif de distribution 1 d'un endroit à un autre. Bien entendu, ces roues sont équipées d'un moyen de blocage. Ainsi, le distributeur est déplaçable d'un point à un autre vers les consommateurs sans pour autant le munir de la table 35. Ce distributeur peut bien entendu être utilisé en un point fixe et être équipé d'une table de diamètre suffisant pour accueillir plusieurs consommateurs. Dans ce cas, le distributeur peut être muni de patins ou bien être fixé au sol pour constituer un piédestal.The bottom 9 of the body 7 is provided with rollers 37 making it possible to move the dispensing device 1 from one place to another. Of course, these wheels are equipped with a locking means. Thus, the dispenser can be moved from one point to another towards consumers without providing it with the table 35. This dispenser can of course be used at a fixed point and be equipped with a table of sufficient diameter to accommodate several consumers. In this case, the dispenser can be fitted with skids or else be fixed to the ground to form a pedestal.
Le dispositif 1 est utilisé de la manière suivante. Après avoir actionné le robinet 11 de la bouteille 3 de gaz comprimé, le réservoir 2 est mis sous pression. L'ouverture du robinet 22 permet de prélever une quantité donnée de boisson ou bien une quantité dosée puisque la pression de gaz évacue la boisson par le manchon 16 qui est dirigée par la canalisation 17 vers le serpentin 6 où elle se refroidit avant d'être recueillie.The device 1 is used in the following manner. After activating the valve 11 of the cylinder 3 of compressed gas, the tank 2 is pressurized. The opening of the tap 22 makes it possible to withdraw a given quantity of drink or else a metered quantity since the gas pressure discharges the drink through the sleeve 16 which is directed by the pipe 17 towards the coil 6 where it cools before being collected.
Sur la figure 2, on a représenté les moyens assurant la mobilité du distributeur selon l'invention selon une coupe pratiquée au niveau de sa partie basse. Ces moyens sont constitués par un socle 40 sensiblement circulaire délimitant une cuvette 41 dont le diamètre correspond sensiblement au diamètre extérieur du corps 7. Cette cuvette constitue un réceptacle dans lequel le distributeur est maintenu de manière permanente lorsqu'on le déplace d'un point à un autre. Sur ce socle 40, on fixe deux renforts 42 et 43 destinés à recevoir respectivement les roues avant et arrière. Sur la figure, seules les roues arrières 45 et 46 sont représentées. Elles sont solidaires d'un axe 44 fixé au renfort 43. Les roues 45 et 46 peuvent être à tout moment immobilisées par un moyen de blocage constitué d'un patin 47 agissant sur chacune des roues. Les patins sont portés par un arbre transversal 48 actionné par une manette 49 par l'intermédiaire d'un axe 50. Bien entendu, l'arbre 48, l'axe 50 et la manette 49 sont réunis par des articulations qu'il n'est pas nécessaire de détailler plus spécifiquement.In Figure 2, there is shown the means ensuring the mobility of the dispenser according to the invention in a section made at its lower part. These means are constituted by a substantially circular base 40 delimiting a bowl 41, the diameter of which corresponds substantially to the outside diameter of the body 7. This bowl constitutes a receptacle in which the dispenser is kept permanently when it is moved from one point to another. On this base 40, two reinforcements 42 and 43 are fixed intended to receive the front and rear wheels respectively. In the figure, only the rear wheels 45 and 46 are shown. They are united an axis 44 fixed to the reinforcement 43. The wheels 45 and 46 can be immobilized at any time by a locking means consisting of a shoe 47 acting on each of the wheels. The pads are carried by a transverse shaft 48 actuated by a lever 49 by means of an axis 50. Of course, the shaft 48, the axis 50 and the lever 49 are joined by articulations which it does not have. is not necessary to detail more specifically.
La figure 3 permet de voir le détail de réalisation de ces articulations. On voit la roue avant 51 montée fixe ou articulée par rapport au renfort 42. La manette 49 est prolongée par une poignée 52 de manœuvre. On voit encore sur la figure que le socle 40 est muni du côté des roues arrières d'un renfort 53 permettant de mieux positionner le distributeur. Ce renfort peut servir également de support au pied d'un parasol abritant les consommateurs.Figure 3 allows to see the detail of realization of these joints. We see the front wheel 51 mounted fixed or articulated relative to the reinforcement 42. The lever 49 is extended by a handle 52 for maneuvering. It can also be seen in the figure that the base 40 is provided on the side of the rear wheels with a reinforcement 53 allowing better positioning of the distributor. This reinforcement can also serve as a support at the foot of an umbrella sheltering consumers.
Sur la figure 4, on a représenté une vue éclatée du distributeur où on voit le fût de boisson 2 extrait de son logement 8 équipé d'une arrivée de gaz 66 et d'une conduite d'alimentation 67 du serpentin 6. La bouteille de gaz 3 est également extraite de son logement 10 et est équipée d'une commande électronique de contrôle 60 alimentée par une source d'énergie 61, une pile rechargeable par exemple. Un lecteur de carte à puce 63 peut être également prévu pour comptabiliser la délivrance de la boisson. Le compartiment 5 contenant la glace peut être muni d'un agitateur 62 pour harmoniser la température. Enfin, une turbine 65 associée à une électrovanne peut être intégrée sur le circuit d'alimentation du robinet 22 pour améliorer la distribution des doses de boisson.In Figure 4, there is shown an exploded view of the dispenser where we see the beverage keg 2 extracted from its housing 8 equipped with a gas inlet 66 and a supply line 67 of the coil 6. The bottle of gas 3 is also extracted from its housing 10 and is equipped with an electronic control command 60 powered by an energy source 61, a rechargeable battery for example. A smart card reader 63 can also be provided to record the delivery of the drink. The compartment 5 containing the ice can be provided with an agitator 62 to harmonize the temperature. Finally, a turbine 65 associated with a solenoid valve can be integrated on the supply circuit of the tap 22 to improve the distribution of the doses of beverage.
Sur la figure 5, on a représenté une variante de réalisation du distributeur selon l'invention. Dans cette réalisation, on a prévu un moyen 400 permettant de refroidir le serpentin 6 ou conduit et éventuellement le réservoir 2. Il comporte un compartiment isolé 70 refermant le serpentin 6 et un compresseur frigorifique 72. Le compartiment 70 est muni d'un cône 73 à l'intérieur duquel est intégré un premier évaporateur 74 relié au compresseur 72. Le cône 73 est relié de manière étanche au compartiment 70 de façon à interdire toute communication avec l'intérieur du cône. Ce cône permet de garder un contact intime entre la glace et le conduit ou serpentin 6 lorsque celle-ci fond. Le compartiment 70 est par ailleurs isolé thermiquement par rapport au reste du distributeur par une première paroi latérale 75 et un fond 76. Le compartiment 70 est bien entendu fermé par le couvercle 24 non représenté sur cette figure. De même la partie inférieure 8 du distributeur est également isolée thermiquement à l'aide d'une seconde paroi latérale 77, d'une paroi inférieure 78 et d'une paroi supérieure 79. Elle comporte également un second évaporateur 80 relié au compresseur 72 et appliqué contre la face interne de la paroi latérale 77. Elle comporte encore un condenseur 82 accolé contre la paroi interne du corps 7.In Figure 5, there is shown an alternative embodiment of the dispenser according to the invention. In this embodiment, a means 400 has been provided for cooling the coil 6 or conduit and possibly the reservoir 2. It comprises an insulated compartment 70 closing the coil 6 and a refrigeration compressor 72. The compartment 70 is provided with a cone 73 inside which is integrated a first evaporator 74 connected to the compressor 72. The cone 73 is tightly connected to the compartment 70 so as to prevent any communication with the interior of the cone. This cone keeps intimate contact between the glass and the pipe or coil 6 when the latter melts. The compartment 70 is also thermally insulated from the rest of the dispenser by a first side wall 75 and a bottom 76. The compartment 70 is of course closed by the cover 24 not shown in this figure. Similarly, the lower part 8 of the dispenser is also thermally insulated using a second side wall 77, a lower wall 78 and an upper wall 79. It also includes a second evaporator 80 connected to the compressor 72 and applied against the internal face of the side wall 77. It also comprises a condenser 82 joined against the internal wall of the body 7.
Le condenseur 82 est disposé de telle façon qu'un espace libre soit prévu au voisinage de celui-ci afin d'assurer la circulation de l'air propulsé par un moyen de ventilation 81, un ventilateur par exemple. La prise d'air étant située dans la partie supérieure du distributeur, le passage de l'air refroidira le compresseur avant d'être injecté au travers d'une gaine 85 par le ventilateur 81 sur le condenseur 82 pour le refroidir. Ainsi au cours de la même opération, on refroidit d'abord le compresseur 72 et ensuite le condenseur 82. L'air est par exemple prélevé à l'aide de la gaine 85 située au niveau du ventilateur 81 et ressort en partie basse du distributeur par l'intermédiaire de perforations 84.The condenser 82 is arranged in such a way that a free space is provided in the vicinity of the latter in order to ensure the circulation of the air propelled by a ventilation means 81, a fan for example. The air intake being located in the upper part of the distributor, the passage of air will cool the compressor before being injected through a duct 85 by the fan 81 on the condenser 82 to cool it. Thus, during the same operation, the compressor 72 is first cooled and then the condenser 82. The air is taken, for example, using the duct 85 located at the fan 81 and comes out at the bottom of the distributor. through perforations 84.
Le compresseur 72 envoie le fluide frigorifique par l'intermédiaire de canalisations en cuivre classiques non représentées vers les évaporateurs 74 et 80 afin de refroidir le serpentin 6 et le réservoir 2. Cette disposition est classique et n'a pas à être explicitée plus en détail.The compressor 72 sends the refrigerating fluid via conventional copper pipes, not shown, to the evaporators 74 and 80 in order to cool the coil 6 and the tank 2. This arrangement is conventional and need not be explained in more detail. .
Ainsi, le distributeur selon l'invention peut être utilisé par refroidissement seul du serpentin 6 en introduisant un fluide suffisamment refroidit dans le compartiment 70. Cette utilisation trouve son intérêt lorsque le fût est prérefroidi ou que la quantité de bière à tirer est faible. L'introduction de glace par exemple dans ce compartiment permet d'assurer, lorsque le réservoir 2 a été préalablement refroidi et, ce, de manière indépendante, un service de boisson réfrigérée pendant un temps de l'ordre de 6 heures. L'isolation prévue du réservoir 2 le maintient à la température optimale de l'ordre 3 à 5 °C pendant ces 6 heures.Thus, the dispenser according to the invention can be used by cooling the coil 6 alone. introducing a sufficiently cooled fluid into compartment 70. This use finds its advantage when the keg is precooled or when the quantity of beer to be drawn is small. The introduction of ice for example into this compartment makes it possible to ensure, when the tank 2 has been previously cooled and, independently, a service of refrigerated drink for a time of the order of 6 hours. The insulation provided for the reservoir 2 keeps it at the optimum temperature of the order of 3 to 5 ° C for these 6 hours.
Le distributeur selon l'invention peut être utilisé également de manière différente.The dispenser according to the invention can also be used in different ways.
Ainsi le distributeur peut être utilisé en utilisant uniquement le compresseur 72 qui refroidit alors comme décrit précédemment le réservoir et un simple conduit à la place du serpentin. Il faut préalablement relier le distributeur à une source d'énergie électrique pendant une dizaine d'heures environ. Dans ce cas, le distributeur n'est pas complètement autonome, et, en cas d'utilisation prolongée, il faut maintenir la liaison avec la source d' énergie .Thus the distributor can be used using only the compressor 72 which then cools as described above the tank and a simple conduit in place of the coil. You must first connect the distributor to a source of electrical energy for about ten hours. In this case, the distributor is not completely autonomous, and, in the event of prolonged use, it is necessary to maintain the connection with the energy source.
Dans un autre mode d'utilisation, le distributeur comprend le compresseur 72 et un serpentin. Le cône réfrigéré refroidit le serpentin en permettant de descendre la température idéale de fonctionnement entre 0 à 5°C.In another mode of use, the distributor comprises the compressor 72 and a coil. The refrigerated cone cools the coil allowing the ideal operating temperature to fall between 0 to 5 ° C.
On peut également utiliser le compresseur 72 pour refroidir le réservoir, puis assurer un maintien de la température pendant l'utilisation du distributeur en prévoyant un apport de frigories à l'aide de glace placée dans le réservoir 70. Dans ce cas, le distributeur est complètement autonome même pendant une utilisation prolongée.One can also use the compressor 72 to cool the tank, then maintain the temperature during the use of the dispenser by providing a supply of frigories using ice placed in the tank 70. In this case, the dispenser is completely autonomous even during prolonged use.
On peut encore dans le cadre d'une utilisation privée prévoir un refroidissement uniquement avec de la glace. En effet, la bière dans le fût peut être à température normale et l'abaissement de température à 3 °C environ est assuré par la glace seule. La bière est alors refroidie par le serpentin seul et ce très rapidement. Bien entendu, le distributeur est totalement autonome mais la quantité de bière délivrée à la bonne température est faible.It is also possible for private use to provide cooling only with ice. Indeed, the beer in the keg can be at normal temperature and the lowering of temperature to around 3 ° C is ensured by ice alone. The beer is then cooled by the coil alone and this very quickly. Of course, the dispenser is completely autonomous but the quantity of beer delivered at the right temperature is low.
Enfin, on notera que le distributeur selon l'invention permet de maintenir la bière fraîche pendant un mois environ si elle n' est pas pasteurisée et deux mois si elle l'est en reliant le compresseur de façon permanente à une source d'énergie. Il va de soi que le distributeur est équipé d un thermostat 85 qui indique la température de l'ensemble pour éviter la congélation et la formation de mousse dans la bière en maintenant la température interne entre 0 et 5 degrés.Finally, it will be noted that the dispenser according to the invention makes it possible to keep the beer fresh for about a month if it is not pasteurized and two months if it is by connecting the compressor permanently to an energy source. It goes without saying that the dispenser is equipped with a thermostat 85 which indicates the temperature of the assembly to avoid freezing and foaming in the beer by keeping the internal temperature between 0 and 5 degrees.
Sur les figures 6 et 7, on a représenté une vue éclatée du distributeur, l'un étant de forme globalement cylindrique figure 6, et l'autre de forme ovoïde figure 7. Bien entendu, le distributeur peut être d'une autre forme.In Figures 6 and 7, there is shown an exploded view of the dispenser, one being of generally cylindrical shape in Figure 6, and the other of ovoid shape in Figure 7. Of course, the dispenser can be of another shape.
Sur la figure 6, on voit le fût de bière 2 sorti de son compartiment après ouverture des deux portes 90 et 91 délimitant avec la paroi arrière 92 le compartiment inférieur 8. On voit donc l' évaporateur 80, la paroi isolante 77, le condenseur 82, le thermostat 86 et le cable de liaison 93 électrique de l'ensemble. On voit que les portes sont surmontées d'une grille 94 par l'intermédiaire de laquelle le ventilateur 81 prélève l'air de refroidissement du condenseur 82 et du tube d' évaporation des eaux usées. En partie supérieure, on voit un couvercle 95 venant coiffer la bouteille de gaz 3, le compresseur 72 et le compartiment 70. La bouteille de gaz 3 est équipée classiquement d'un manomètre détendeur 96, d'un réservoir de mousse 97. On voit encore le cône 73, l' évaporateur 74 et le serpentin 6.In Figure 6, we see the beer keg 2 out of its compartment after opening the two doors 90 and 91 delimiting with the rear wall 92 the lower compartment 8. We therefore see the evaporator 80, the insulating wall 77, the condenser 82, the thermostat 86 and the electrical connection cable 93 of the assembly. It can be seen that the doors are surmounted by a grid 94 by means of which the fan 81 takes the cooling air from the condenser 82 and from the waste water evaporation tube. In the upper part, there is a cover 95 coming to cap the gas bottle 3, the compressor 72 and the compartment 70. The gas bottle 3 is conventionally equipped with a pressure-reducing pressure gauge 96, with a foam tank 97. We see again the cone 73, the evaporator 74 and the coil 6.
Sur la vue représentée, le distributeur est équipé d'un calculateur 98 alimenté par une batterie 99 et d'un lecteur 100 permettant de repérer les consommations prélevées.In the view shown, the distributor is equipped with a computer 98 powered by a battery 99 and a reader 100 making it possible to identify the consumptions taken.
La figure 7 illustre les mêmes éléments disposés dans un distributeur de forme ovoïde. FIG. 7 illustrates the same elements arranged in an ovoid-shaped dispenser.

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1. Dispositif de distribution (1) de boisson renfermant du gaz carbonique dissous à l'aide d'un gaz sous pression, du type comportant un réservoir (2) contenant la boisson, une source (3) de gaz sous pression et deux moyens de réfrigération simultanés ou individuels (4, 400) de la boisson, se présentant sous la forme d'un système autonome ou non, autonome portatif ou fixe, comprenant une partie inférieure (8) constituant un premier logement recevant le réservoir de boisson (2), une partie supérieure (10) constituant un second logement recevant la source (3) de gaz sous pression et le moyen (4) de réfrigération, et une partie aérienne (38) supportant des moyens de distribution (26) de la boisson formant couvercle (24) de la partie supérieure (10), les parties supérieure (10) et inférieure1. Beverage dispensing device (1) containing carbon dioxide dissolved using a pressurized gas, of the type comprising a reservoir (2) containing the drink, a source (3) of pressurized gas and two means for simultaneous or individual refrigeration (4, 400) of the beverage, in the form of an autonomous or non-autonomous system, portable or fixed autonomous, comprising a lower part (8) constituting a first housing receiving the beverage reservoir (2 ), an upper part (10) constituting a second housing receiving the source (3) of pressurized gas and the means (4) of refrigeration, and an aerial part (38) supporting distribution means (26) of the beverage forming cover (24) of the upper part (10), the upper (10) and lower parts
(8) délimitant un corps (7), caractérisé en ce qu'un des moyens de refroidissement (400) est constitué d'un compartiment isolé (70) renfermant un conduit (6) disposé entre le réservoir (2) et les moyens de distribution (26) et un compresseur frigorifique (72) assurant le refroidissement du conduit (6) et/ou du réservoir (2).(8) delimiting a body (7), characterized in that one of the cooling means (400) consists of an insulated compartment (70) enclosing a conduit (6) disposed between the tank (2) and the means of distribution (26) and a refrigeration compressor (72) ensuring the cooling of the duct (6) and / or of the tank (2).
2. Dispositif de distribution (1) de boisson selon la revendication 1, caractérisé en ce que le conduit (6) se présente sous la forme d'un serpentin. 2. Dispensing device (1) for beverage according to claim 1, characterized in that the conduit (6) is in the form of a coil.
3. Dispositif de distribution (1) de boisson selon la revendication 1 ou 2, caractérisé en ce que le compartiment3. Beverage dispensing device (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that the compartment
(70) est isolé thermiquement à l'aide d'une première paroi latérale (75) et d'un fond isolant (76) et en ce que la partie inférieure (8) est isolée thermiquement à l'aide d'une seconde paroi latérale (77), d'une paroi inférieure (78) et d'une paroi supérieure (79).(70) is thermally insulated using a first side wall (75) and an insulating bottom (76) and in that the lower part (8) is thermally insulated using a second wall side (77), a lower wall (78) and an upper wall (79).
4. Dispositif de distribution (1) de boisson selon la revendication 1, caractérisé en ce que le compartiment (70) comprend un cône (73) émergeant dans son espace interne. 4. Dispensing device (1) for drink according to claim 1, characterized in that the compartment (70) comprises a cone (73) emerging in its internal space.
5. Dispositif de distribution (1) de boisson selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu' il comprend un premier évaporateur (74) au niveau du compartiment (70) et un second évaporateur (80) disposé entre le réservoir (2) et la seconde paroi latérale (77), les deux évaporateurs étant reliés au compresseur (72).5. Beverage dispensing device (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a first evaporator (74) at the level of the compartment (70) and a second evaporator (80) disposed between the tank (2) and the second side wall (77), the two evaporators being connected to the compressor (72).
6. Dispositif de distribution de boisson selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend un condenseur (82) disposé entre le corps (8) et la seconde paroi latérale (77).6. Beverage dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a condenser (82) disposed between the body (8) and the second side wall (77).
7. Dispositif de distribution (1) de boisson selon la revendication 6, caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend un moyen de ventilation (81) assurant une circulation d'air dans les parties inférieure (8) et supérieure (10) et au niveau du condenseur (82).7. Beverage dispensing device (1) according to claim 6, characterized in that it comprises a ventilation means (81) ensuring air circulation in the lower (8) and upper (10) parts and at the level of the condenser (82).
8. Dispositif de distribution (1) de boisson selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que la paroi inférieure (78) est munie d'une rainure (83) de récupération de l'eau de condensation.8. Dispensing device (1) for beverage according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the lower wall (78) is provided with a groove (83) for recovering the water of condensation.
9. Dispositif de distribution (1) de boisson selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce que des ouvertures (84) sont prévues à la base du corps (8) pour permettre l'évacuation de l'eau condensée .9. Beverage dispensing device (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that openings (84) are provided at the base of the body (8) to allow the evacuation of the condensed water.
10. Dispositif de distribution de boisson selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes, caractérisé en ce qu'il comporte un thermostat (86) de contrôle de la température de la boisson. 10. Beverage dispensing device according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized in that it comprises a thermostat (86) for controlling the temperature of the drink.
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