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Disposable packaging for the distribution of a liquid preparation pumped by a venturi-effect device

US7878108B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 17, 2004
Grant dateFeb 1, 2011
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Expiry dateDec 21, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB65D85/8055
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

The invention relates to a disposable packaging, for the distribution of at least one nutritional preparation, based on a nutritional liquid, comprising at least one closed chamber, containing the nutritional liquid, with means for housing a sub-assembly for aspiration and mixing of the venturi type and means for sealing the package. The invention is particularly characterized by a duct, passing through the base seal, said duct provided for a venturi nozzle which permits the extraction of the nutritional liquid inside the packaging by piercing or removal of the seal. The invention is particularly of application to the production of hot and/or emulsified drinks of the cappuccino type or similar.

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