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Method and apparatus for loading bags

US5483784A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 31, 1993
Grant dateJan 16, 1996
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Expiry dateAug 31, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65B55/24
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for, and a method of, loading a meat product into a thermoplastic bag or casing is disclosed. Particularly, the present invention discloses an apparatus for, and method of, loading a meat product into a thermoplastic bag or casing such that the area used to produce a heat seal closure of the bag or casing is protected against contamination during the product loading process.

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