Automated mix in-cup apparatus and the method of operating the same
US9415358B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 27, 2016 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 27, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA47J31/60
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present disclosure describes an automated blend in-cup apparatus and the related method of operation. The disclosure relates generally to the field of mixing consumable material. More specifically, the disclosure relates to a mixer that is automatically operable to lower a mixing blade into a cup or vessel that contains material to be blended/mixed. A carriage reciprocates on a frame. A pulley system is also located on the frame and a power cord is routed through the pulley system. A moveable pulley in the pulley system moves in the opposite direction of the reciprocating carriage. The apparatus further comprises a well with an inlet manifold and a drain and a fixed but removable cup-receiving holder. Overall, the apparatus is effective, fast, easy to operate, safe, and clean.
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