Devices for shaping clear ice products and related methods
US12055332B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 19, 2021 |
| Grant date | Aug 6, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF25D2400/361
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods and devices are described for shaping ingots of ice. Devices may include a support structure, a mold for shaping ice ingots, the mold being mounted to the support structure. The devices may also include a first upper platen assembly disposed above a first lower platen assembly, a first positioning means, and at least one liquid inlet valve for each of the first upper platen assembly and the first lower platen assembly.
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