Loading tube sleeve for use with an encasing machine
US3952370A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 29, 1975 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 1976 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 1995 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA22C11/02
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A loading tube sleeve for use with an encasing machine having a stuffing tube is disclosed herein together with the method of preparing the natural casings so that they may be inserted into the machine. The sleeve comprises an elongated hollow member formed from expanded material. The folded casings are placed on the sleeve and are inserted into water until they are to be used. The sleeve is then slipped over the stuffing tube. The configuration of the sleeve is such that the casing will be easily and uniformly filled at the discharge end of the stuffing tube without damage to the casing.
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