Convertible temperature-controlled display case
US9226600B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 1, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jan 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47F2003/008
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A temperature-controlled display case is convertible between a full-service mode and a self-service mode and defines a temperature-controlled space therein. A base has a back side and a front side, and supports temperature-controlled food products within the temperature-controlled space. A pedestal is disposed beneath the base and includes a pocket. A back frame is coupled adjacent to the back side of the base and has openings to provide back side access to the food products during the full-service mode. A top frame is supported by the back frame. A front panel has an upper portion and a lower portion, and is movable between a deployed position for the full-service mode with the upper portion of the front panel adjacent to the top frame, and a stowed position for the self-service mode with the front panel disposed within the pocket to provide front side access to the food products.
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