Method for supporting and uniformly heat processing a layered array of steam table trays
US4225626A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 16, 1978 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 1980 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 16, 1998 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S206/821
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for supporting and heat processing a layered array of half steam table trays using a spacer assembly. The spacer assembly includes a grid-like framework upon which are mounted a plurality of non-metallic support pads adapted to accept the corners of adjacent trays laid thereon in a rectangular pattern. The framework is fabricated of a light metal functioning structurally only to position the support pads. A spacer assembly is laid atop each succeeding layer of trays and the tray corners are compressed a predetermined amount until the pads in a vertical column are in contact, whereby the pads bear the load of the trays stacked thereabove.
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