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Low temperature composition preparation device, and methods of constructing and utilizing same

US5845512A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 23, 1998
Grant dateDec 8, 1998
Priority date
Expiry dateFeb 23, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA23G9/30
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A device for mixing or otherwise processing compositions at preselected temperatures, comprising a container for receiving the composition ingredients; a jacket member disposed about the container at a spaced distance therefrom so as to form a substantially sealed area therebetween; a unit for introducing fluid flow through the area defined by the relationship between the jacket member and the container; and wherein the jacket member includes a plurality of inlet ports disposed substantially evenly about an end portion of the jacket member for receiving the fluid which is introduced into the defined area, so as to maintain the container at a substantially uniform temperature.

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