Systems with interchangeable horns for producing encased products and related methods, computer program products and horn rotor assemblies
US7467993B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 2, 2007 |
| Grant date | Dec 23, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 2, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23P20/25
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Methods for producing encased products using selectable first and second horns to thereby produce products in selectable different casing types include: (a) providing an apparatus having a first horn that, in operation, is configured to be in fluid communication with a filler pump located upstream thereof; (b) removing the first horn from the apparatus; and (c) mounting a second horn assembly comprising an intermediate pipe segment in fluid communication with a casing horn to the apparatus. The casing horn can pivot side-to-side. Related apparatus, systems, kits, assemblies and computer program products are configured to allow dual operational modes of producing encased products using first or second horns.
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