Reciprocal sterilizing agitator system (RSAS)
US4170421A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 5, 1978 |
| Grant date | Oct 9, 1979 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 5, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2/07
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides an agitator system primarily for use in the production of liquids and semi-liquids which may be agitated during a sterilization process. A sealed chamber may be filled with live steam or a mixture of steam and air or water. Inside the chamber is a relatively simple table mount which enables a reciprocal motion of a product continuously during the entire or a part of the process. A suitable driving power source is positioned outside of the chamber and connected through the chamber wall to give a reciprocal motion to the table. The driving power source is adapted to accommodate any of a plurality of production variables such as changes in: length of stroke or amplitude of vibration, rate of stroke or frequency of vibration, rate of acceleration or deceleration, or the like.
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