Container with outlet
US9775368B2 · kind B2 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 16, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 7, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29C2045/0056
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This invention relates to containers of the kind having an outlet through which product is to be dispensed, e.g. food product. There is provided a container for product to be dispensed. The container has an upper part intended to move or deform in order to reduce the volume within the container. The container has an outlet intended to open during movement or deformation of said upper part. The outlet comprises a plurality of movable parts. The outlet further comprises a plurality of fixed parts located between said movable parts. The movable and fixed parts are arranged for shaping product as it is dispensed from the container through the outlet. A method of dispensing and a vending machine for dispensing portions of ice cream or other frozen product from the container are also provided.
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