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Methods and apparatus for molding chocolate

US7556493B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 24, 2005
Grant dateJul 7, 2009
Priority date
Expiry dateDec 28, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S425/806
  • WIPO fieldFood chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Improved methods and apparatus for continuously molding chocolate are disclosed, including a method and apparatus for removing flash from chocolate pieces and products (both molded and otherwise); and a manifold for continuously providing liquid chocolate to a continuous mold and directing excess liquid chocolate away.

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