System and method for packaging products
US5692360A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 23, 1995 |
| Grant date | Dec 2, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 23, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B43/465
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The present invention relates to an apparatus, automated system and method for packaging food products. The system has a novel arrangement for transferring the product from a receiving station to a bagging station which arrangement includes mechanical devices for pulling a bag over the product. The system further includes a unique platen system for transporting the bagged product to various stations where it is vacuumized, sealed, trimmed, and finished. Optionally, the system includes a plurality of needles for injecting a fluid such as a basting fluid into the product.
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