Apparatus and method for dispensing frozen confections
US9241501B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 14, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 30, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D1/0868
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus for dispensing a frozen confection is provided comprising: an insulated chamber (1) housing a container (3) of a frozen confection; a refrigeration system (8); a nozzle (4) having an inner end which is connected to the container (3); and an outer end which is located outside the insulated chamber; means for applying pressure to the frozen confection thereby to dispense it from the container (3); a cap (7) which can enclose the outer end (6) of the nozzle (4) when closed and which allows external access to the outer end (6) of the nozzle (4) when open; and one or more channels (12) which allow cold air to flow from the chamber into the region around the outer end of the nozzle; wherein the apparatus comprises a removable holder (10) that supports the container (3) and wherein the spaces between the container (3), the inside of the chamber and the underside of the holder form the one or more channels (12).
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