High precision multiple-extrusion of confectionary products
US6558727B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 27, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65B25/006
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A three-phase center-filled candy product. A candy material for the outer layer or shell is extruded from a first extruder and a second material which could be a chewy material, such as gum or bubble gum, is extruded as an inner layer from a second extruder. A semi-liquid center-fill material is inserted into the inner layer. The three-phase rope of material is formed into individual pieces or tablets of candy in a forming machine. Sticks can be added to form lollipops in one embodiment. The formed products are then cooled, tumbled and prepared for further processing.
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