Fresh produce packing assembly and method
US5130152A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 14, 1990 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2010 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D81/22
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fresh produce packing assembly and method for storing and transporting fresh produce. The produce packing assembly includes a hollow container having a liquid collection volume therein defined by a liquid impervious device and a passageway providing for liquid communication between the interior and exterior of the container. Produce pieces are positioned in the container and liquid, usually water, is added to the container for retention in contact with a portion of the produce positioned in the collection volume. The produce packing method includes the steps of placing produce pieces within a package having a liquid collection volume, closing the package to secure the pieces inside, introducing a liquid into the package for accumulation within the collection volume, and draining any liquid exceeding the amount retained by the collection volume from the interior of the container through the passageway.
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