Method and apparatus for forming miniature size confectionery products
US5667824A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 22, 1996 |
| Grant date | Sep 16, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C2043/468
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method and apparatus are provided for forming miniature size confectionery products. A mass of a confectionery product, such as bubble gum, is formed into a thin, flat sheet. The flat sheet is then cooled and formed into a webbed mat having a plurality of desired configurations thereon. Next, the webbed mat is tumbled to break apart the webbed mat and form a plurality of miniature size confectionery products in the form of the desired configuration.
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