System and device for preparing and delivering food products from a mixture made up of a food liquid and a diluent
US8511516B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 13, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/8766
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The invention relates to a system (1) for hygienically reconstituting and delivering food preparations, such as drinks, comprising a metering and mixing device (3) connected to a container (4) containing a base liquid, in the form of a package (2) configured to be connected to a base station (5). The metering and mixing device comprises a pump for metering the liquid, a diluent intake and a mixing chamber. Coupling means (51) are provided for providing the diluent supply and the means for driving the liquid pump.
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