Patent · US Expired

Method for shucking scallops

US4255834A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 17, 1979
Grant dateMar 17, 1981
Priority date
Expiry dateMay 17, 1999

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA22C29/046
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Apparatus and method for shucking scallops by subjecting scallops simultaneously to heat and vibration to remove scallop meats from scallops progressively and reducing prolonged exposure of the scallop meats to an elevated temperature before evisceration to avoid cooking or affecting the adductor muscle.

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