Machine, container, system and method for preparing ice cream or chilled desserts on demand
US10039298B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 30, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 7, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 30, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D85/78
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to machine for preparing frozen confectionery comprising receiving means (1) forming a seat for accommodating an essentially cup-shaped container (8), said receiving means comprising an heat exchange element (1a) having a heat exchange contact surface arranged to be in contact with an heat exchange portion (12) of the container (8) when the container is placed in the machine; wherein said heat exchange element(1a) has an inverted conical or curved shape or a plurality of inverted conical sections, or a combination of curved and inverted conical sections. The confectionery produced can be a frozen product such as soft ice or a chilled dessert such as mousse or whipped yogurt.
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