Method for agitating pouched products
US8197117B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 10, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 10, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01F2101/06
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A system and method for agitating pouched products traveling along a conveyor belt to facilitate heat transfer, blending, mixing and/or stirring of the contents thereof. An agitation station is located along the conveyor belt, and includes an agitator secured to one end of an arm, the arm being pivotally secured to the frame supporting the conveyor belt.
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