Method and apparatus for evacuating and sealing containers
US7490452B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 11, 2006 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 2, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/7128
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus and method for creating a vacuum-sealed package comprising the placement of the item to be vacuum packed in a container; sealing the container, placing a portion of the container in contact with a sealable chamber; sealing the chamber, creating holes in the container, evacuating the desired amount of air from the container and creating a seal between the interior of the container and the holes.
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