Degerming of maize
US4331072A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 19, 1980 |
| Grant date | May 25, 1982 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 19, 2000 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12C5/00
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Apparatus and method for degerming maize are disclosed. The maize is introduced into a cylindrical, perforated working housing in which is mounted a rapidly rotating rotor which drives the maize along an annular working chamber between the rotor and housing. The rotor carries a large number of blades having edges which detach the germ from the endosperm. A collecting chamber surrounds the working housing, and the working housing is provided with an outlet aperture for oversize particles.
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