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31-05-2012 дата публикации

Cover for food holder

Номер: US20120132652A1
Автор: Thomas Barber
Принадлежит: Individual

A cover for a food holder includes a body having an inner surface and an outer surface, the body having at least one aperture provided therein, the at least one aperture providing communication between the inner surface and the outer surface; and a serving implement having a first portion extending through the aperture along one of the inner and outer surfaces, and a second portion extending along the other of the inner and outer surfaces.

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Номер записи: 1
03-01-2013 дата публикации

Speed cooking oven

Номер: US20130004630A1
Автор: David H. Mcfadden
Принадлежит: TurboChef Technologies Inc

A speed cooking oven is disclosed comprising a cooking cavity, thermal heating source, air movement and directing means, air delivery means, and a vent assembly. Hot gas is circulated to and from the oven cavity via air delivery means such that turbulently mixed glancing, conflicting and colliding gas flow patterns mix at and about the surfaces of the food product. The turbulently mixed gas flows are spatially averaged over the surface area of the food product producing high heat transfer, thereby optimizing speed cooking of the food product.

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Номер записи: 2
10-01-2013 дата публикации

Thermic Food Container and Relative Method of Manufacture

Номер: US20130008909A1
Автор: Simone Terracciano
Принадлежит: Ater Srl

A thermal food container has an outer body and at least two trays for containing foods, the trays being separate from each other and being contained inside the outer body. An outer closure lid is detachably associated with the outer body, and a thermally insulating element is positioned between the trays and the outer body. Advantageously, the trays are over moulded with a joining ring which joins them to each other, keeping them separate at the point of at least one separation septum. Furthermore, the joining ring is welded and/or glued to the outer body after insertion of said insulating element, so as to form a hermetic joint between the joining ring and the outer body.

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Номер записи: 3
11-07-2013 дата публикации

Ground-compacting device

Номер: US20130175250A1
Автор: Gregory W. Saatkamp, Helena Kathleen Saatkamp, John Whealon, Michael Peters
Принадлежит: Goldie Locks LLC

A food and beverage warming device according to the invention includes a housing having a container received in a cavity defined by the housing. The container is sized, shaped, and configured to receive a can of food or beverage. The food and beverage warming device is selectively operably coupleable to an external power source such as a cigarette light adapter of vehicle or the like. When connected to the power source, a heating element mounted to the container is energized to warm the container. The can contained in the container, and the food held therein, is warmed via heat transfer from the heating element. A thermostat is provided and operably interconnected with the power source and the heating element. The thermostat is configured to monitor and regulate the temperature of the container and by virtue the can contained therein.

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Номер записи: 4
11-07-2013 дата публикации

OVEN FOR HEATING FOOD

Номер: US20130175253A1
Автор: Headberg Dennis R., Luebke Clement J., Shei Steven M.
Принадлежит: DUKE MANUFACTURING CO.

An oven for heating food is disclosed. The oven has at least one heating compartment with a left side wall, a right side wall, a back wall, a top wall, a bottom wall, and an open front, without a door, in open communication with a surrounding environment outside the oven. Gas flow openings are provided in the left and right side walls. The oven includes a blower for blowing gas through the gas flow openings into the heating compartment, and a heater for heating gas blowing into the heating compartment through the openings. In certain embodiments, the gas flow openings are configured such that substantially all of the gas blowing into the heating compartment is directed generally away from the open front of the compartment. 1. An oven for heating food , comprisinga housing having a left side, a right side, a top, a bottom, a back, and a front,an oven cavity inside the housing comprising at least one heating compartment for heating food placed in the compartment,the heating compartment having a left side wall, a right side wall, a back wall, a top wall, a bottom wall, and an open front, without a door, in open communication with a surrounding environment outside the oven,gas flow openings in at least one of the left and right side walls,a blower for blowing gas through the gas flow openings in at least one of the left and right side walls into the heating compartment,a heater for heating gas blowing into the heating compartment through the gas flow openings, andwherein the gas flow openings are configured such that substantially all of the gas blowing into the heating compartment is directed generally away from the open front of the compartment.2. The oven set forth in claim 1 , wherein said back wall has gas flow openings for exit of gas from the at least one heating compartment.3. The oven set forth in claim 2 , wherein the heating compartment is a left heating compartment claim 2 , and wherein the oven further comprises a right heating compartment and an ...

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Номер записи: 5
18-07-2013 дата публикации

Food Storage and Dispensing System

Номер: US20130183423A1
Автор: Keoleian Joyce Astrik, Schroder Anthony Joseph, Todys Nancy Riess, Wilson Grant Bingham
Принадлежит: AdvancePierre Foods, Inc.

A food storage and dispensing device including a body having a generally closed inner cavity and a door configured to provide access to the inner cavity. The device further includes a support surface positioned in the inner cavity, the support surface having at least one opening. The device also includes a heat source positioned below the support surface, wherein the opening is shaped to closely receive a tray therein to thereby trap heat below said support surface. 1. A food storage and dispensing device comprising:a body having a generally closed inner cavity and a door configured to provide access to said inner cavity;a support surface positioned in said inner cavity, said support surface having at least one opening; anda heat source positioned below said support surface, wherein said opening is shaped to closely receive a tray therein to thereby trap heat below said support surface.2. The device of further comprising a tray closely removably received in said opening.3. The device of wherein said tray receives a food product therein.4. The device of wherein said body claim 2 , said support surface and said tray together define a generally closed volume positioned below said support surface claim 2 , and wherein the majority of a surface of said tray is positioned in said generally closed volume.5. The device of wherein said body includes a bottom surface positioned below said support surface and generally parallel thereto claim 4 , wherein said heat source is positioned below said bottom surface claim 4 , and wherein said bottom surface defines a lower surface of said closed volume.6. The device of wherein said tray is a generally rectangular prism claim 2 , and wherein at least five sides of said tray are located generally below said support surface.7. The device of wherein said tray includes an outwardly-protruding lip extending around an upper perimeter thereof claim 2 , and wherein said tray is positioned on said support such that said lip engages said ...

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Номер записи: 6
19-09-2013 дата публикации

TORTILLA CONVEYING SYSTEM FOR SEQUENTIALLY CONVEYING A PLURALITY OF TORTILLAS TO BE WARMED

Номер: US20130239824A1
Автор: Gonzalez Ricardo
Принадлежит:

An improved tortilla conveying system, for sequentially conveying a plurality of tortillas to be warmed, is disclosed. The conveying system provides a stack of tortillas and automatically conveys tortillas sequentially through a tortilla warmer. The tortillas are stored in a container. A dragger at least frictionally engages the top side of the top tortilla, dragging the tortilla off of the top of the container for subsequent heating by a heating element of the tortilla warmer. In some embodiments, the tortilla container can automatically elevate the stack of tortillas, so a top tortilla always remains exposed at the top of the container. In other embodiments, an extractor delivers the tortilla outside of the heating system once the tortilla is sufficiently warmed. The tortillas are warmed in sequence by a heating element, via conduction, convection, and/or radiation. In some embodiments, various components of the conveyer are synchronized, via a gearbox for example. 1. A tortilla conveying system of a tortilla warmer , the tortilla conveying system being for sequentially conveying a plurality of tortillas to a heating subsystem of the tortilla warmer to be warmed , the tortilla conveying system comprising:a container capable of holding a plurality of tortillas in a stacked configuration, with a top side of a top tortilla of the stacked plurality of tortillas being exposed at a top position located just above an open top of the container; and make direct contact between the dragger head and the top surface of the top tortilla to facilitate frictional engagement therebetween,', 'drag the top tortilla off of the top of the stacked plurality of tortillas, and', 'deliver the top tortilla to the heating subsystem of the tortilla warmer., 'a dragger having a dragger head, the dragger configured to2. The tortilla conveying system of claim 1 , wherein the dragger head includes a set of nails located on an underside of the dragger head.3. The tortilla conveying system of ...

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Номер записи: 7
24-10-2013 дата публикации

Device and Method for Melting Cheese

Номер: US20130280394A1
Автор: Ewald Henry T., Simmons Paul G.
Принадлежит:

An device and method are provided for steam injection heating to melt a cheese component of a food item of a food product. The device includes a housing for a steam generator and a steaming chamber. Generated steam is injected into the steaming chamber to melt the cheese component of the food item held in a container inserted into the steaming chamber. The device is configured to rest on a counter so that the counter provides an interior support surface in the steaming chamber. The counter also provides an exterior support surface for the container and a work surface. The container is inserted into the steaming chamber by sliding it on the exterior surface and is received and supported by the interior support surface. A food product having a melted cheese component is assembled, produced and packaged while the container is supported in the single plane of the counter. 1. A device for melting cheese comprising a housing configured to rest directly on a counter surface , the device suitable for melting an exposed cheese component of a food item placed in a container having a bottom and the container having at least an open position wherein in the open position the container having an open container compartment for transporting the food item and the cheese component into a cheese melting chamber for melting the cheese component , and in the closed position the container providing a closed package for containing the food item with the melted cheese component for delivery therein to a consumer comprising:a housing configured to rest directly on a counter surface;a cheese melting chamber within the housing and having an interior, a top wall, sidewalls, and an entrance opening for allowing the container to be readily inserted with the food item and the cheese component in the container into and withdrawn from the cheese melting chamber by sliding the container along the counter surface, the counter providing an interior support for the container when placed in the cheese ...

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Номер записи: 8
07-11-2013 дата публикации

INTEGRATED GALLEY WITH IMPROVED HEATING SYSTEMS

Номер: US20130291852A1
Автор: Boubeddi Abdelaziz
Принадлежит: MAG AEROSPACE INDUSTRIES, INC.

Embodiments of the present invention provide improved heating systems for aircraft galleys and other passenger transport vehicles, where meals are prepared. The embodiments are particularly designed to save space and in some instances, may lower the weight of the overall vehicle, by moving heat generating components to a position remote from the cooking cavity.

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Номер записи: 9
14-11-2013 дата публикации

Chafing dish for warming dishes with controlled humidity

Номер: US20130298782A1
Автор: Sergio Sambonet
Принадлежит: La Tavola Srl

Tray ( 10, 10 ′) for a chafing dish ( 100 ) of the type comprising a base ( 11, 11 ′) for coupling to a heat source ( 101, 102, 103 ), side containment walls ( 12, 12 ′) and an upper opening ( 13, 13 ′) for directly receiving dishes or a further dish tray ( 104 ), characterised in that said tray ( 10, 10 ′) comprises at least two independent areas ( 16, 16′, 17 ) for containing water ( 15 ) which can be selectively filled so as to selectively allow a high humidity warming, should both said at least two areas ( 16, 16′, 17 ) be filled with water ( 15 ), a controlled humidity warming, should at least one of said at least two areas ( 16, 16′, 17 ) be not provided with water ( 15 ), and a dry warming, should both said at least two areas ( 16, 16′, 17 ) be not provided with water ( 15 ).

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Номер записи: 10
14-11-2013 дата публикации

INDUCTION-BASED HEAT RETENTIVE SERVER

Номер: US20130302495A1
Автор: Altizer Timothy D., Crocker Rodger D., Gordon David R., McCartney Matthew J., Ray R. Kevin, Rothschild Martin A., Scruggs Philip H.
Принадлежит:

A heat retentive server includes a chamber defined between an upper shell and a lower shell that are connected to one another. An induction-heatable member is positioned in the chamber, and the induction-heatable member may be heated by electromagnetic induction to a first temperature that is greater than the heat deflection temperature of the upper shell. Buffering material is positioned in the chamber between the induction-heatable member and the upper shell, and the buffering material is adapted for providing predetermined conductive heat transfer from the induction-heatable member to the upper shell so that at least a portion of the upper shell is heated to a second temperature that is greater than the heat deflection temperature of the upper shell. The second temperature is less than the first temperature. 1. A method of heating a heat retentive server comprising an induction-heatable member enclosed within a body having a heat deflection temperature , the method comprising:induction heating the induction-heatable member to a temperature greater than the heat deflection temperature of the body while the induction-heatable member is enclosed within the body;placing a dish that is at about room temperature on the body while the induction-heatable member is enclosed in the body, and allowing heat transfer from the server to the dish upon the body to increase the temperature of the dish; andplacing food on the dish.2. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising washing the dish prior to the placing of the food on the dish claim 1 , and not heating the dish between the washing of the dish and the placing of the dish on the body.3. The method according to claim 1 , comprising buffering the heat transfer from the server to the dish.4. The method according to claim 1 , comprising covering the food and the dish with an insulated cover while the food and dish are on the server claim 1 , wherein:the food weighs about 12 to about 14 ounces and is at a temperature ...

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Номер записи: 11
09-01-2014 дата публикации

MOIST AND CRISPY PRODUCT HOLDING CABINET WITH HEATED AIRFLOW

Номер: US20140010937A1
Автор: STANGER KEITH A.
Принадлежит:

A food holding cabinet having at least one heating chamber for holding at least one food tray therein, the cabinet comprising: a housing that defines the heating chamber and a heating chamber opening for access to the heating chamber, wherein the heating chamber comprises an top portion, front portion, a rear portion, and at least one tray location for receiving a food tray; a jet plate including a plurality of apertures, the jet plate is disposed between the heating chamber and an upper plenum, wherein the upper plenum is formed between an upper surface of the jet plate and a lower surface of the top portion of the heating chamber; and a blower positioned to provide heated gas into the upper plenum, wherein the gas exits the upper plenum through the apertures into the heating chamber such that it is direct substantially toward the food tray. 1. A food holding cabinet having at least one heating chamber for holding at least one food tray therein , said cabinet comprising:a housing that defines the heating chamber and a heating chamber opening for access to the heating chamber, wherein said heating chamber comprises an top portion, front portion, a rear portion, and at least one tray location for receiving a food tray;a jet plate including a plurality of apertures, said jet plate is disposed between said heating chamber and an upper plenum, wherein said upper plenum is formed between an upper surface of said jet plate and a lower surface of said top portion of said heating chamber; anda blower positioned to provide heated gas into said upper plenum, wherein said gas exits said upper plenum through said apertures into said heating chamber such that it is direct substantially toward said food tray.2. The food holding cabinet according to claim 1 , further comprising a food tray cover disposed above said food tray claim 1 , thereby retaining moisture in said food tray.3. The food holding cabinet according to claim 2 , wherein said food tray cover is disposed between an ...

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Номер записи: 12
16-01-2014 дата публикации

BATTERY POWERED FOOD WARMER

Номер: US20140013965A1
Автор: PEREZ JOHN
Принадлежит:

The food warmer apparatus is disclosed. The food warmer includes a water pan for holding water, a housing for supporting the water pan, a food pan supported by the water pan above the water, and an electrical heating element located underneath, and in conductive contact with, the water pan, so as to heat the water in the water pan. The food warmer also includes a first and second removable battery for providing power to the electrical heating element, and a processor conductively coupled with the electrical heating element and with the first and second removable batteries, wherein the processor is configured for engaging a switch for relaying power to the electrical heating element from the first battery, detecting that the first battery has depleted below a threshold, and engaging a switch for relaying power to the electrical heating element from the second battery. 1. A food warmer , comprising:a water pan for holding water;a housing for supporting the water pan;a food pan supported by the water pan above the water in the water pan;an electrical heating element located underneath, and in conductive contact with, the water pan, so as to heat the water in the water pan;a first removable battery and a second removable battery for providing power to the electrical heating element; and engaging a switch for relaying power to the electrical heating element from the first battery;', 'detecting that the first battery has depleted below a predefined threshold; and', 'engaging a switch for relaying power to the electrical heating element from the second battery., 'a processor conductively coupled with the electrical heating element and with the first and second removable batteries, wherein the processor is configured for2. The food warmer of claim 1 , further comprising a compartment coupled to the housing claim 1 , the compartment for holding the first and second removable batteries.3. The food warmer of claim 2 , wherein the compartment comprises a removable shelf for ...

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Номер записи: 13
27-02-2014 дата публикации

Food Tray and Method

Номер: US20140057031A1
Автор: Ewald Henry T., Simmons Paul G.
Принадлежит: Restaurant Technology, Inc.

A food tray adapted for holding previously cooked food items is provided. The food tray has one or more sidewall structure openings to allow venting of the interior volume of the tray through the tray sidewall structure openings. The food tray allows food items contained in the volume of the food tray to be stored over an extended period of time at an elevated temperature without significant deleterious effects to the appearance, taste and texture of the food. The food tray may also include a slide member for adjusting the amount of venting through the sidewall structure openings. Also provided is a method of storing food within a food tray to be contained in a heated compartment. 1. An apparatus for holding previously cooked food portions at an elevated temperature , comprising:at least one heated doorless compartment for holding the food portions, said compartment having an upper compartment surface;a cabinet for housing said at least one compartment therein, said cabinet including at least one opening for inserting and removing the previously cooked food portions into and out of said compartment;at least one tray having an interior volume for containing the cooked food portions, said tray being placeable into said compartment; said tray having a bottom, a top edge defining an open top and a sidewall structure extending upwardly from the bottom between the bottom and the top edge, the bottom and sidewall structure defining the interior volume for containing the cooked food portions;at least one sidewall opening in the sidewall structure of the tray for providing an air passageway therethrough for venting the interior volume of said tray, and a movable member for adjusting the size of said at least one sidewall opening; anda support for supporting said tray in said compartment so that the bottom of said tray is substantially horizontal and said top edge of said tray is spaced from the upper compartment surface a distance of from about 0 to about 0.09 inches.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 14
13-03-2014 дата публикации

CHAFER FRAME WITH FOLDABLE LEGS

Номер: US20140069284A1
Автор: Li Zhengyu, Wang Chunyao, ZHOU Junjie
Принадлежит: YINDU KITCHEN EQUIPMENT CO., LTD.

A chafer frame with foldable legs, comprising a frame and an alcohol burner support, wherein the alcohol burner support is arranged below the frame; the chafer frame also comprising two strip-shaped legs which are curved into U-shape, both ends of the strip-shaped legs are rotatably connected to the frame respectively, and the bottom of the strip-shaped legs are detachably connected to the alcohol furnace support; when folding the chafer frame, the strip-shaped legs are disassemblied from the alcohol furnace support and then rotated inwardly, in this way, the strip-shaped legs can be folded inside the frame. The centre of the frame is defined as inward, and the edge of the frame as outward. 1. A chafer frame with foldable legs , comprising a frame and an alcohol burner support , wherein the alcohol burner support is arranged below the frame; the chafer frame also comprising two strip-shaped legs which are curved into a U-shape , both ends of the strip-shaped legs are rotatably connected to the frame respectively , and the bottom of the strip-shaped legs are detachably connected to the alcohol furnace support; and wherein the outside of the frame is provided with a hook for hooking a chafe cover , the hook is arranged at the inward side of a joint where the strip-shaped leg is connected to the frame , the hook is provided with a bending section for positioning the strip-shaped legs; the bending section enters inside the frame , when the frame is folded , the bottom of the bending section constitutes the limit for rotation of the strip-shaped leg , and when the frame is opened , the outward side of the bending section constitutes the limit for the rotation of the strip-shaped leg.2. The chafer frame with foldable legs according to claim 1 , wherein the distance between the two ends of the strip-shaped leg is greater than or equal to double height of the strip-shaped leg so that both strip-shaped legs can be folded inwardly.3. The chafer frame with foldable legs ...

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Номер записи: 15
20-03-2014 дата публикации

Food Tray and Tray Insert

Номер: US20140076177A1
Автор: Esparza Fernando, Traylor Tim
Принадлежит: Restaurant Technology, Inc.

A food tray and tray insert are provided that are particularly adapted for use in a heated food holding compartment. Methods of storing cooked food are also provided using such devices. The devices and use thereof allows cooked food such as hamburger patties to be stored at elevated temperatures for extended periods of time without a significant deleterious effect on the organoleptic properties of the cooked food. 1. A food tray for storing individual portions of food comprising:a tray body having an open top, a first end and a second end, a lower surface and a sidewall structure defining a tray height and a tray volume within said tray body; anda tray insert removably positioned in the tray volume and comprising an elongated supporting surface and insert supports defining a tray insert height;said supporting surface being above said lower surface and below the top of the sidewall structure, and wherein said tray insert height is at least about 0.2125 inches;said supporting surface having a plurality of series of spaced apart apertures extending therethrough, each series of spaced apart apertures arranged in a shape corresponding to the shape of a food item to be placed on the respective series of apertures, and at least one of said series of spaced apart apertures having a food item placed thereon to essentially cover the series of apertures, the apertures providing a void space in the supporting surface area of at least about 30%;said lower surface and said supporting surface defining a lower volume therebetween, and the supporting surface defining a food holding volume in conjunction with said sidewall structure for storing food items completely contained in the food holding volume, the lower volume being between about 10% and about 80% of the tray volume; andsaid tray body being removably placed in a heated compartment having an upper compartment surface and a heated lower compartment surface to maintain the temperature of the cooked food items in a desired ...

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Номер записи: 16
27-03-2014 дата публикации

HOLDING OVEN

Номер: US20140083309A1
Автор: Green Christopher Seay, Macy Ralph Lee, Markwardt Jeffrey Steven, Reese Robert J., Shei Steven M., Stettes Gregory Glen, Tiberio Philip, Wright John Edward
Принадлежит: DUKE MANUFACTURING CO.

Methods, ovens, and associated apparatus. Ovens and methods are adapted for maintaining the quality of a pre-cooked food product. Rapid temperature and/or relative humidity restoration may be used. Ovens may include a partition movable to vary sizes of oven cavities. Ovens may include removable interior panels. Humidification mechanisms are adapted for generating water vapor which may be used to maintain the quality of a pre-cooked food product. 151-. (canceled)52. A batch holding oven for maintaining the quality of a pre-cooked food product , comprisinga cabinet having a cavity for holding a pre-cooked food product,at least one door selectively closing a door opening in the cabinet which provides access to the cavity,at least one of a left and a right side air duct, the left side air duct being positioned to the left side of the cavity, and the right side air duct being positioned to the right side of the cavity, each of the left and right side air ducts including internal surfaces forming a flow path through the ducts,a blower for circulating air through the said at least one left and right side air duct and the cavity,a heater for heating the circulating air,a removable panel associated with said one of left and right side air duct, the removable panel having an inner surface facing the cavity which forms a boundary of the cavity, and the panel having an opposite outer surface facing away from the cavity which forms a boundary of said one of left and right side air duct, the removable panel being removable from the cavity to provide access from the cavity to internal surfaces of said one of left and right side air duct.53. The oven of wherein the at least one left and right side air duct is the left side air duct and the removable panel is a left side panel associated with the left side air duct claim 52 , and the oven further comprises the right side air duct and a right side panel associated with the right side air duct.54. The oven of wherein the left and ...

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Номер записи: 17
10-04-2014 дата публикации

FOOD WARMER

Номер: US20140096689A1
Автор: Stolle Michael
Принадлежит: Team Kalorik Group N.V.

A device for heating or keeping food warm. The device comprises a housing having at least one opening for inserting or removing food, an interior space formed by the housing, and at least one electromagnetic radiation source disposed in the interior space of the housing for emitting the heat radiation. The device is characterized in that the housing comprises a cooling device for cooling at least part of the housing. Advantageously, the cooling device comprises ventilation means for generating an air current which forms a curtain of warm air by means of which it becomes considerably more difficult or impossible for particles or microorganisms to enter the interior space. 1. A device for heating or keeping food warm , comprising:a housing with at least one opening for loading or removing the food,an interior space formed by the housing, andat least one electromagnetic radiation source for emitting heat radiation, said at least one electromagnetic radiation source disposed in the interior space of the housing,wherein the housing comprises a cooling device for cooling one or more parts of the housing, said cooling device including ventilation means to draw air from a surrounding area along the parts of the housing to be cooled, wherein the ventilation means generate an air current that runs substantially parallel to a plane that extends across the at least one opening of the housing.2. Device according to claim 1 , wherein the parts of the housing to be cooled comprises at least a part of the housing that surrounds the at least one opening.3. Device according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one opening is located at a front side of the housing claim 1 , and the ventilation means are arranged in a crossbar that defines the upper boundary of the at least one opening.4. Device according to claim 1 , wherein the air current from the ventilation means is directed vertically downward toward a lower boundary of the opening.5. Device according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 18
10-04-2014 дата публикации

FOOD WARMER

Номер: US20140097355A1
Автор: Stolle Michael
Принадлежит: Team Kalorik Group N.V.

A device for heating or keeping food warm. The device comprises a housing having at least one opening for inserting or removing food, an interior space formed by the housing, and at least one electromagnetic radiation source disposed in the interior space of the housing for emitting heat radiation. The device is characterized in that at least one UV light source for emitting UV radiation is disposed in the interior space of the housing, which enables a UV disinfecting of the interior space. 1. A device for heating or keeping food warm , comprising:a housing with at least one opening for loading or removing the food,an interior space formed by the housing andat least one electromagnetic radiation source for emitting heat radiation, said at least one electromagnetic radiation source disposed in the interior space of the housing,wherein at least one UV light source for emitting UV radiation with a disinfecting effect is disposed in the interior space of the housing.2. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the UV light source generates UV radiation claim 1 , the spectrum of which exhibits peaks at 254 nm and/or at 185 nm.3. The device according to claim 2 , wherein the UV light source is a low pressure mercury vapor lamp.4. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the UV light source is at least in part surrounded by a hollow mirror claim 1 , which is oriented such that an emission of UV light from the interior space is prevented.5. The device according to claim 1 , wherein a flap closes the opening of the housing claim 1 , said flap is opaque to UV light claim 1 , and sensors and/or contacts provide a signal indicative of the position of flap.6. The device according to claim 5 , wherein the sensors/contacts are designed such that the UV light source is deactivated when the flap is open.7. The device according to claim 1 , wherein the UV light source comprises a control logic disposed in a lower region of the housing.8. The device according to claim 7 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 19
04-01-2018 дата публикации

STEAM DRIVEN DISH WARMER

Номер: US20180000288A1
Автор: Hall Geoff
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A dish dryer/warmer which is powered by steam that is exhausted from a steam kettle. A hollow inserts fits into a spout on the kettle and a hose connects the spout to the dish dryer. The steam is then funneled into the dish dryer. A set of holders inside the dish dryer are mechanically activated based on what, so that if a dish is placed into a holder then steam will be discharged directly into that holder, thereby warming the respective dish. A plurality of such holders can be present inside the dish dryer and each one is selectively activated to discharge steam when an object is placed inside a respective holder. All of the holders in the dish dryer share the same steam source (the kettle or other source). 1. An apparatus , comprising:a holder;a steam channel comprising a path leading to a hole which leads to an inside of the holder;a platform connected to a hole sealer; anda spring connected to the platform, the spring configured to naturally press the hole sealer upward into an up position which covers the hole, and downward weight on the platform presses the hole sealer down into a down position which exposes the hole.2. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a hose connected to the channel.3. The apparatus as recited in claim 2 , further comprising a hollow insert connected to the hose.4. The apparatus as recited in claim 3 , wherein the hollow insert adapted to fit into a kettle spout.5. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of hollow inserts adapted to fit a respective kettle spout claim 1 , each of the plurality of hollow inserts having different shapes.6. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a vent hole contacting the steam channel.7. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a lid configured to open and close.8. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the holder is shaped in a cup shape.9. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the holder is shaped in a plate ...

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Номер записи: 20
14-01-2021 дата публикации

PACKAGING FOR HEATING A PRODUCT, ELECTROMAGNETIC INDUCTION FURNACE AND HEATING METHOD

Номер: US20210007553A1
Автор: RAFFAELE Gérard
Принадлежит: SOCIÉTÉ GÉNÉRALE D' EQUIPEMENT DE RESTAURATION

Packaging for a food product has a box made from cardboard material with a base and a lid. The lid is fitted pivoting around a hinge fixed to the base. An electrically conducting foil is installed so as to separate the food product and the base. The lid is cut by a cutting line extending to define a central area and a peripheral area each arranged pivotally with respect to the base. The central area is inscribed inside the peripheral area. The central area is facing the electrically conducting foil and extends partly in a front side panel of the lid opposite the side panel supporting the hinge. 1. Packaging for a food product comprising:a box made from cardboard material provided with a base and a lid, the lid being fitted pivoting around a hinge fixed to the base, the lid being movable between a closed position and an open position, the lid having a top main panel facing a bottom main panel of the base in the closed position and having side panels;an electrically conducting foil installed so as to separate the food product and the base;wherein the lid is cut to define a central area and a peripheral area each arranged pivoting independently with respect to the base, the peripheral area being arranged pivotally around the hinge, the central area being arranged pivotally with respect to the peripheral area and being inscribed inside the peripheral area, the central area facing the electrically conducting foil and extending partly in a front side panel of the lid opposite the side panel supporting the hinge of the peripheral area or in a rear side panel of the lid supporting the hinge of the peripheral area, the central area representing at least 50% of the surface of the top main panel of the lid.2. Packaging according to claim 1 , wherein the central area and the peripheral area are arranged pivoting around the same hinge.3. Induction furnace for heating a product placed in a packaging provided with a base associated with a lid movable by pivoting with respect to ...

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Номер записи: 21
10-01-2019 дата публикации

INDUCTION-BASED FOOD HOLDING/WARMING SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM

Номер: US20190008318A1
Автор: Graber Warren, Metz Reinhard, Snyder Kevin J.
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A device, system and method for induction heating food service pans having differing depths, while maintaining the pans sufficiently closely adjacent an enclosure containing the induction heating power source. 1. An induction heating device with a housing , two or more food service pans having differing depths , and an induction power enclosure fitting within the housing for heating the one or more food service pans , comprising:a plurality of height adjustment mechanisms facilitating the induction heating of the pans by maintaining a bottom surface of the pans sufficiently closely adjacent to the induction power enclosure to enable adequate magnetic coupling for induction heating of the pans and to permit temperature monitoring of the pans.2. The induction heating device of claim 1 , further comprising two height adjustment mechanisms claim 1 , first portions of which are mounted on opposing inner surfaces of the housing claim 1 , and second portions of which are mounted on opposing outer surfaces of the enclosure.3. The induction heating device of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of height adjustment mechanisms are configured to permit the induction power enclosure to be moved vertically up and down relative to the housing claim 1 , whereby an upper portion of the enclosure is maintained sufficiently closely adjacent to a bottom surface of the one or more food service pans to ensure adequate magnetic coupling for induction heating of the pans and to enable temperature monitoring of the pans.4. The induction heating device of claim 3 , wherein the induction power enclosure includes one or more temperature sensors located at an upper portion of the enclosure.5. The induction heating device of claim 2 , wherein the first portions of the height adjustment mechanisms comprise a plurality of vertically-aligned detents arranged in a column claim 2 , each of which may be selectively engaged by a pin.6. The induction heating device of claim 2 , wherein the second portions ...

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Номер записи: 22
10-01-2019 дата публикации

Heated and heating serving plate

Номер: US20190008324A1
Автор: DOttavio Dario
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A warming tray includes an upper plate, on which food or a dish containing the food can be placed, and which is adapted to be coupled with a lower plate that includes an upper side adapted to accommodate the upper plate and a lower plate, the upper and lower sides being joined by a perimeter wall. The lower plate includes one or more heating resistances, a thermostat, one or more electric energy accumulators, a charge regulator, a discharge regulator, an on/off switch, and a recharge connector. Turning the switch on or off supplies power to the thermostat and to the heating resistances, which provide for heating the upper side of the lower plate and the upper plate. 1. A warming tray comprising:at least one upper plate (V), adapted to receive food or a dish containing the food to be heated, and to be coupled with a lower plate (P),{'b': 1', '1', '2', '3, 'i': a', 'b, 'wherein said lower plate (P) comprises an upper side (P, P) adapted to accommodate said upper plate (V) and a lower side (P), said upper and lower sides being joined by a perimeter wall (P),'} [{'b': 1', '1, 'i': a', 'b, 'at least one heating resistance (R) fixed to or in contact with said upper side (P, P);'}, {'b': 1', '1, 'i': a', 'b, 'at least one thermostat (T) electrically connected to said heating resistance (R) and placed in contact with said upper side (P, P);'}, 'at least one accumulator of electric energy (A);', 'at least one recharge connector (Y) directly or indirectly connected to said accumulator of electric energy (A);', 'at least one on/off switch (O) interposed between said thermostat (T) and said accumulator of electric energy (A),, 'wherein said lower plate (P) is adapted to housewherein operation of said on/off switch (O) provides power to said heating resistance (R) through said thermostat (T), andwherein said thermostat (T) interrupts power supply to said heating resistance (T) when a temperature set on the thermostat (T) has been reached.2. The warming tray according to claim 1 ...

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Номер записи: 23
18-01-2018 дата публикации

FOOD SERVICE APPARATUS WITH HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEMS

Номер: US20180014635A1
Автор: Lyon Tyler, Turner Jeffrey
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Systems and apparatus for heating or cooling food. A heating and cooling system for operative connection to a well includes a first manifold having a plurality of openings, each allowing a seal to be made against a first surface of a Peltier chip, and defines a flow path for a heat transfer fluid which directly contacts the first surfaces of a plurality of Peltier chips. The fluid circulates through tubing from the manifold to the well and connects to a flow space of a tray disposed therein. A second opposite manifold may be joined to the first manifold to form a block and defines a second flow path allowing direct contact with the second surfaces of the plurality of Peltier chips. The fluid circulates through tubing from the second manifold to a radiator. The manifolds may be joined to form a manifold block. The trays may be interchangeable. 1. A system for heating and cooling food , the system comprising:a plurality of double walled trays, each double walled tray defining a flow space for a heat transfer fluid between the double walls; a first manifold having a plurality of openings, each opening allowing a seal to be made against a first surface of a Peltier chip and defining a flow path for a heat transfer fluid which directly contacts the first surfaces of a plurality of Peltier chips, the first manifold in operative connection to the double walled tray such that temperature adjusted fluid circulates from the at least manifold to the flow space of the double walled tray and returns from the double walled tray to the first manifold in a first loop,', 'a second opposite manifold attached to the first manifold to form an at least a first manifold block, the second opposite manifold also having a corresponding plurality of openings, each allowing a seal to be made against a second surface of the Peltier chip to define a flow path for a heat transfer fluid which directly contacts the second surfaces of the plurality of Peltier chips, the second opposite manifold in ...

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Номер записи: 24
21-01-2021 дата публикации

VERSATILE WARMER/SMOKER

Номер: US20210015114A1
Автор: Marcum Arnold Craig
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A heating/smoker device is disclosed which uses the heat and/or smoke from existing sources and uses it to heat up serveware or food, or smoke food. The heating/smoker device is durable and versatile and can adopt to virtually any heat/smoke source. 1. A device for heating/smoking , the device comprising:a base portion having an aperture;a chamber having an aperture and attached to the base portion;wherein the chamber is placeable upon a source of heat and/or smoke, wherein heat and/or smoke generated by the source is directed through the aperture of the chamber, into the chamber, through the base aperture, and onto the base portion, to heat and/or smoke items placed thereon.2. The device in claim 1 , wherein the items placed on the base portion include serveware.3. The device in claim 2 , wherein the serveware include plates.4. The device in claim 1 , further comprising a mesh claim 1 , which is placed on the base portion.5. The device in claim 4 , wherein the mesh is adapted so that food is placeable thereon.6. The device in claim 1 , further comprising stop walls positioned on the base portion to serve as stopping points for plates positioned thereon.7. The device in claim 6 , wherein the stop walls are U-shaped.8. The device in claim 6 , wherein the stop walls are parallel.9. The device in claim 6 , wherein two of the stop walls face in the same direction.10. The device in claim 6 , wherein the stop walls comprise three stop walls claim 6 , including a top stop wall and two side stop walls.11. The device in claim 1 , further comprising draining apertures in the base portion to allow the runoff of liquid thereon.12. The device in claim 1 , further comprising a pocket positioned within the chamber claim 1 , and adapted to hold scenting material.13. The device in claim 1 , further comprising a temperature gauge positioned on a wall portion of the chamber.14. The device in claim 1 , wherein the base portion is partially composed of a mesh.15. A device for heating/ ...

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Номер записи: 25
28-01-2016 дата публикации

Food Warming Device

Номер: US20160022094A1
Автор: Dunlap Lorene
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A food and beverage warming device. The warming device comprises a housing that preferably resembles a thermos or a pot. The housing includes an interior volume defining a heating chamber in which food can be placed for heating. The housing includes a heating element operated via a control switch for electrically heating the food within the heating chamber. The control switch allows the user to adjust the temperature of the heating element. The housing further includes a lid having a hollow interior volume so that the lid can be used as a bowl or cup. Further, the housing may removably enclose a serving tray on which food can be heated and served. The warming device may include its own power source or may be powered via an electrical connection to a wall outlet or other conventional power source. 1) A food warming device , comprising:a housing having an open upper end and an interior volume, wherein said interior volume comprises a heating chamber in which food can be positioned for heating;a heating element disposed within said housing adapted to heat said heating chamber;a control switch in electrical communication with said heating element, and adapted to allow a user to increase or decrease the temperature of said heating element;a lid removably secured to said housing for enclosing said heating chamber, wherein said lid comprises a hollow interior volume adapted for use in serving said food.2) The food warming device of claim 1 , wherein said housing resembles a thermos.3) The food warming device of claim 2 , wherein said thermos comprises a cylindrical configuration having a base claim 2 , sidewalls claim 2 , and an open upper end.4) The food warming device of claim 1 , wherein said heating element comprises electrical heating coils.5) The food warming device of claim 1 , wherein said heating chamber is defined by a thermally conductive material.6) The food warming device of claim 5 , wherein said housing further comprises an insulating layer surrounding said ...

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Номер записи: 26
29-01-2015 дата публикации

SELF-CONTAINED TROLLEY FOR TEMPERATURE CONDITIONING AND DISTRIBUTION OF MEAL TRAYS

Номер: US20150027661A1
Автор: Kindbeiter Francis, Rigaud Laurent
Принадлежит: COLDWAY

The present invention relates to a self-contained trolley for temperature conditioning and distribution of meal trays () comprising two compartments separated by an insulating wall (), namely a compartment for heating, called the hot compartment, and a compartment for chilling, called the cold compartment, receiving at least one stack of meal trays arranged so that one part of each meal tray () is located in the hot compartment and the other part thereof is located in the cold compartment, wherein the heating of the hot compartment and the chilling of the cold compartment are simultaneously obtained by means of a thermochemical system. This trolley is characterised in that said reactor () and the evaporator of the thermochemical system are respectively and exclusively arranged in the hot compartment and in the cold compartment and in that the reactive material used in the thermochemical system consists of a compacted mixture of manganese chloride and expanded natural graphite (ENG), and the gas consists of ammonia. (FIG. ) 1. Self-contained trolley for temperature conditioning and distribution of meal trays , comprising two compartments separated by an insulating wall , namely a heating compartment , called hot compartment , and a cooling compartment called cold compartment , receiving at least one stack of meal trays arranged so that one of each meal tray is placed in the hot compartment and the other part thereof is placed in the cold compartment , wherein the heating of the hot compartment and the chilling of the cold compartment are obtained simultaneously by means of a thermochemical system of the type comprising at least one reactor , containing a solid reactive material and at least one reservoir associated with an evaporator that contains a liquefied gas in which , when the reactor and the reservoir are placed in communication , the liquid gas contained in the reservoir is vaporized , which absorbs a certain amount of heat , with the result that cold is ...

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Номер записи: 27
17-02-2022 дата публикации

HOTBOX FOOD DELIVERY BAG

Номер: US20220047118A1
Автор: JOVEN, JR. ROMEO
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Disclosed is a hotbox food delivery bag that retains temperature for a long time and is easy to operate. The bag comprises a heating kit having a heating pad arranged at inner lower portion. A heating pad cover is configured above the heating pad. A pulling means is attached with heating pad and is extended outside, via a hole, from bag body. A pull ring is attached at exterior end of pulling means to pull the pulling means to activate the heating pad. A tray is placed above heating pad cover, wherein the packed food shall be placed above the tray to heat the food. A method of operating the bag comprises placing food package on a tray which is placed inside the bag and pulling a pulling means of heating kit, using a pull ring, through a hole, whereby heating the food by the steam that generates from heating kit. 1. A hotbox food delivery bag , comprising:a bag body;{'claim-text': ['a heating pad arranged at the inner lower portion of the food delivery bag;', 'a heating pad cover configured above the heating pad in order to cover the heating pad;', 'a pulling means attached with the heating pad of the food delivery bag, wherein the pulling means is extended outside, via a hole, from the inner portion of the bag body;', 'a pull ring attached at the exterior end of the pulling means, wherein the pull ring is configured to pull the pulling means in order to activate the heating pad; and'], '#text': 'a heating kit arranged inside the bag body, wherein the heating kit comprises:'}a tray placed above the heating pad cover, wherein the packed food shall be placed above the tray in order to heat the food.2. The food delivery bag of claim 1 , wherein the food delivery bag is a made of nylon or vinyl.3. The food delivery bag of claim 1 , wherein the hole is formed at the front portion of the food delivery bag.4. The food delivery bag of claim 1 , wherein the pulling means is a pull string claim 1 , pull cord claim 1 , pull chain claim 1 , straw and the like.5. The food ...

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Номер записи: 28
30-01-2020 дата публикации

STEAM DRIVEN DISH WARMER

Номер: US20200029737A1
Автор: Hall Geoff, Murphy Steven
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A dish dryer/warmer which is powered by steam that is exhausted from a steam kettle. A hollow inserts fits into a spout on the kettle and a hose connects the spout to the dish dryer. The steam is then funneled into the dish dryer. A set of holders inside the dish dryer are mechanically activated based on what, so that if a dish is placed into a holder then steam will be discharged directly into that holder, thereby warming the respective dish. A plurality of such holders can be present inside the dish dryer and each one is selectively activated to discharge steam when an object is placed inside a respective holder. All of the holders in the dish dryer share the same steam source (the kettle or other source). 1. An apparatus , comprising:a holder;a steam channel comprising a path leading to a hole which leads to an inside of the holder;a platform connected to a hole sealer; anda spring connected to the platform, the spring configured to naturally press the hole sealer upward into an up position which covers the hole, and downward weight on the platform presses the hole sealer down into a down position which exposes the hole.2. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a hose connected to the channel.3. The apparatus as recited in claim 2 , further comprising a hollow insert connected to the hose.4. The apparatus as recited in claim 3 , wherein the hollow insert adapted to fit into a kettle spout.5. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of hollow inserts adapted to fit a respective kettle spout claim 1 , each of the plurality of hollow inserts having different shapes.6. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a vent hole contacting the steam channel.7. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a lid configured to open and close.8. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the holder is shaped in a cup shape.9. The apparatus as recited in claim 1 , wherein the holder is shaped in a plate ...

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Номер записи: 29
01-05-2014 дата публикации

OVEN FOR HEATING FOOD

Номер: US20140116268A1
Автор: Bigott James W., Reese Robert J., Shei Steven M., Thissen Rafael K.
Принадлежит: Duke Manufacturing Co.,

An oven for heating food is disclosed. The oven has at least one heating compartment including an open front or an open top in open communication with a surrounding environment outside the oven. A food support may be provided for supporting food in the heating compartment. Gas flow openings may be provided for introducing heated gas into the heating compartment for heating the food. The gas may be heated by a heater system and blown through the gas flow openings by a blower system. Gas may be exhausted from the heating compartment via gas flow openings in the heating compartment. The oven may include oven modules. 1. An oven for heating food , comprisinga first heating compartment having first and second opposing side walls, a first food support surface for supporting food to be heated, and an open top in open communication with a surrounding environment outside the oven,first gas flow openings in the first and second opposing side walls,a first blower system for blowing gas through the first gas flow openings into the first heating compartment for flow onto the food supported by the first food support surface, anda first heater system for heating gas blowing into the heating compartment through the first gas flow openings.2. The oven set forth in claim 1 , wherein the first and second opposing side walls are opposing front and back side walls.3. The oven set forth in claim 1 , wherein the first and second opposing side walls are opposing left and right side walls.4. The oven set forth in claim 3 , wherein the first heating compartment has an open front in open communication with the surrounding environment outside the oven.5. The oven set forth in claim 1 , wherein the first blower system comprises a first blower positioned for blowing gas through the first gas flow openings in the first side wall and a second blower positioned for blowing gas through the first gas flow openings in the second side wall claim 1 , and wherein the first heater system comprises a first ...

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Номер записи: 30
01-05-2014 дата публикации

THERMO PLATE

Номер: US20140116270A1
Автор: Marcato Roberto
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An improved thermo plate can be heated via induction, which transfers the accumulated heat to the food served on it, while being able to be safely handled because a bottom side thereof is relatively cold. 1. A thermo plate comprising an upper plate made of porcelain or ceramic and suitable for directly receiving a food to be kept hot , the upper plate closed at a bottom thereof by a base plate that creates a cavity inside which , on a lower surface of said upper plate , is a sheet of metal foil with a high thermal capacity , said metal foil configured with a shape roughly corresponding to the bottom of the top plate and that has a central hole and a series of through-grooves or cuts that start from the central hole and/or from a perimeter edge and which cover almost the whole of the space between the central hole and the perimeter edge.2. The thermo plate according to wherein said metal foil is at a suitable distance from the top surface of the base plate.3. The thermo plate according to wherein said base plate is joined to the top part of the thermo plate along a circumference thereof by means of a solder paste.4. The thermo plate according to wherein said sheet of metal foil covers only a central part of the thermo plate and not its edges.5. The thermo plate according to wherein said metal foil sheet may be heated by induction.6. The thermo plate according to wherein said metal foil is attached to the bottom of the upper plate only in limited areas.7. The thermo plate according to wherein said metal foil is shaped like an annular ring.8. The thermo plate according to wherein said metal foil sheet has through-grooves or cuts in an alternating fashion claim 1 , half starting from the center and half starting from the edge.9. The thermo plate according to wherein the overall number of through grooves or cuts may be in the range of 8 to 48.10. The thermo plate according to wherein the overall number of through-grooves or cuts is preferably between 16 and 32.11. The ...

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Номер записи: 31
01-05-2014 дата публикации

MULTIUSE TABLE HAVING A VARIABLE CONFIGURATION

Номер: US20140117004A1
Автор: Sambonet Sergio
Принадлежит: LA TAVOLA S.R.L.

The invention concerns a worktop suitable for being associated with hollows obtained both in tables and in fixed structures, said worktop having a variable configuration for supporting and inserting removable accessories and a plurality of the elements in mutual lateral contact in a plurality of openings; said worktop comprising a perimetrical frame shaped complementarily to the hollows of the table or fixed structure, the perimetrical frame having portions protruding towards the inside of the table which are provided with means for variably positioning rods into the perimetrical frame, which define the openings. 1) Worktop suitable for being associated with hollows obtained both in tables and in fixed structures , said worktop having a variable configuration for supporting and inserting removable accessories and a plurality of the elements in mutual lateral contact in a plurality of openings; said worktop comprising a perimetrical frame shaped in complementarily to the hollows of said table or fixed structure , said perimetrical frame comprising portions protruding towards the inside of the table which are provided with means for variably positioning rods into the perimetrical frame , rods which define said openings.2) Worktop according to wherein said means for variably positioning said rods comprise a plurality of holes obtained on the portions of said perimetrical frame.3) Worktop according to wherein said rods are also provided with protruding portions bearing a plurality of holes for variably positioning other rods.4) Worktop according to wherein said means for variably positioning said rods into the table comprise tracks obtained on the portions of said perimetrical frame and constraining elements associated with the rods.5) Multiuse table of the type provided with a worktop according to claim 1 , said frame table defining a hollow for receiving said perimetrical frame of said worktop.6) Multiuse table according to wherein it comprises external angular ...

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Номер записи: 32
12-02-2015 дата публикации

RUGGED, ONE-PIECE, PORTABLE, COLLAPSIBLE, INSULATING CHAFING DISH FRAME WITH INTEGRAL WIND SCREEN APPLICABLE FOR ELEGANT FORMAL EVENTS

Номер: US20150040777A1
Автор: Leonard Joseph L., Leonard Lois
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A rugged, one-piece, portable, collapsible, insulating chafing dish frame includes an integral wind screen and is configured for application in elegant formal events. The one-piece, portable and collapsible construction allows caterers and tailgaters to easily transport the frame to the desired location. The integrated wind screen allows the unit to be efficiently used in outdoor locations, such as by tailgaters and caterers. The insulating features can improve food service and decrease fuel consumption for the users. The hiding of conventional chafing dish frame components allows the unit to be associated with elegant formal events, increasing the usefulness to caterers. 1. A one-piece , portable , collapsible , insulating chafing dish frame includes an integral wind screen comprisinga pair of opposed sides;a pair of opposed ends;hinges coupling the ends and the sides, wherein upper edges of the sides and ends are configured to support a water pan or associated chafing pan.2. The one-piece claim 1 , portable claim 1 , collapsible claim 1 , insulating chafing dish frame according to wherein the sides and ends are formed as a substantially solid anodized aluminum sheet.3. The one-piece claim 2 , portable claim 2 , collapsible claim 2 , insulating chafing dish frame according to wherein only openings in the sides or ends are in the area of the hinges whereby the structure is not air tight.4. The one-piece claim 3 , portable claim 3 , collapsible claim 3 , insulating chafing dish frame according to wherein the upper and lower edges of each of the sides and ends incorporate a rolled reinforced edge.5. The one-piece claim 1 , portable claim 1 , collapsible claim 1 , insulating chafing dish frame according to wherein the hinges are piano style hinges formed by overlapping meshed engaging leaves from adjacent members of the sides and ends claim 1 , with the leaves extending around a center metal hinge pin.6. The one-piece claim 5 , portable claim 5 , collapsible claim 5 , ...

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Номер записи: 33
24-02-2022 дата публикации

PORTABLE COOLER CONTAINER WITH ACTIVE TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Номер: US20220053971A1
Автор: Alexander Clayton, Leith Daren John, Timperi Mikko Juhani, Wakeham Christopher Thomas
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An actively heated or cooled food container can have a lid movable between an open and a closed position and an insulated body to which the lid can be attached. The insulated body can have a sidewall that defines a perimeter of the container body and a base, the sidewall and base defining one or more chambers that can be sealed by the lid. The food container can have a temperature control system that can include one or more heating or cooling elements in thermal communication with one or both of the sidewall and the base and operable to heat or cool one or both of the sidewall and the base to thereby heat or cool the one or more chambers in the food container. 1. (canceled)2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. A plate , bowl or serving dish , comprising:a body having a surface configured to receive and contact one or more amounts of foodstuff thereon; and a plurality of heating or cooling elements, each of the plurality of heating or cooling elements being isolated from another of the plurality of heating or cooling elements and configured to actively heat or cool an associated section of the surface, and', 'circuitry configured to control the plurality of heating or cooling elements independently of each other to heat or cool their associated sections of the surface., 'a heating or cooling system, comprising'}5. The plate claim 4 , bowl or serving dish of claim 4 , further comprising one or more power storage elements configured to supply power to one or both of the electronic module and the plurality of heating or cooling elements.6. The plate claim 4 , bowl or serving dish of claim 4 , wherein the heating or cooling system is housed in a cavity of the body.7. The plate claim 4 , bowl or serving dish of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of heating or cooling elements are arranged in a grid.8. The plate claim 4 , bowl or serving dish of claim 4 , further comprising one or more electrical contacts on a surface of the body and in communication with one or both of the circuitry ...

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Номер записи: 34
12-02-2015 дата публикации

SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR DRAWER UNIT FOR USE WITH COMBINATION DOMESTIC APPLIANCES

Номер: US20150042221A1
Автор: Penuel Michael
Принадлежит: BSH HOME APPLIANCES CORPORATION

A modular appliance combination unit is provided that has a drawer unit and an upper appliance. The drawer unit has two transverse support bars having first ends resting on a structural vertical wall and second ends resting on another structural vertical wall such that the transverse support bars bridge a space occupied by the drawer when the drawer is in a closed position. A pair of universal connector brackets connect the upper appliance to the drawer unit. The transverses support bars support the weight of the upper appliance and have different attachment locations to which the universal connector brackets can be attached such that upper appliances of different widths can be accommodated. 1. A modular , multi-piece , domestic appliance combination unit having a combination unit overall face width at a front face of the combination unit , the combination unit comprising: a drawer movable in an opening direction between a closed position and an open position,', 'two outside vertical walls positioned along lateral sides of the drawer unit, the outside vertical walls being parallel to the opening direction,', 'two structural vertical walls, each of structural vertical walls being positioned between one of the outside vertical walls and the drawer, and', 'a first transverse support bar having a first end and a second end, the first end resting on one of the structural vertical walls and the second end resting on the other of the structural vertical walls such that the first transverse support bar bridges a space occupied by the drawer when the drawer is in the closed position;, 'a drawer unit having a drawer unit overall face width at a front face of the drawer unit equal to the combination overall face width, the drawer unit having'} a front face having an upper appliance overall face width equal to the combination overall face width, and', 'a body having a body width in a direction parallel to the upper appliance overall face width, the body width being less than ...

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Номер записи: 35
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Control unit for actively heated or cooled drinkware and dishware

Номер: US20210045576A1
Автор: Christopher Thomas Wakeham, Clayton Alexander, Clifton Texas Lin, Daren John Leith, Frank Victor Baumann, Mikko Juhani Timperi, Thomas Albert Tejada, Yunpu Chang
Принадлежит: Ember Technologies Inc

A control unit for an actively heated or cooled drinkware, dishware or serverware device has a base with a surface that receives the actively heated or cooled drinkware, dishware or serverware device thereon, and a visual display. The control unit has circuitry configured to communicate with the visual display. The circuitry is operable to perform one or more of: send a data request signal to the device, receive one or more data from device, receive one or more operating parameter setpoints from a user, send the one or more operating parameter setpoints to the device to set a new target value for the one or more operating parameter setpoints at which the device is to operate, and communicate at least one of the one or more data to the visual display to display said at least one data on the visual display.

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Номер записи: 36
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Cooking device and components thereof

Номер: US20210045577A1
Автор: Aaron Michael GILL, Andrew John Roy Tattersfield, Chris Martin, Da DENG, Evan James WHITE, Mackenzie Lee SWANHART, Mete Gursel, Naomi Kalia Williams ZABEL, Nathaniel R. LAVINS, Niall Christopher DENHAM, Roger Neil Jackson, Ronan Patrick Leahy, Ross Richardson, Samuel Andrew FERGUSON, SCOTT James Stewart, Thomas Guerin
Принадлежит: SharkNinja Operating LLC

Disclosed herein is a cooking system for cooking food, the system including a housing having a hollow interior, a lid movable relative to the housing, at least one heating element associated with one of the housing and the lid, wherein the cooking system is operable in a plurality of modes including a conductive cooking mode and a convective cooking mode, wherein in the conductive cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a conductive cooker and in the convective cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a convection cooker.

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Номер записи: 37
18-02-2021 дата публикации

FOOD SERVING STATION AND ASSOCIATED APPLIANCES AND METHODS

Номер: US20210045580A1
Автор: Bigott James W., Jennings Brent, Lines Randy, MARTIN DAVID
Принадлежит:

Food preparation apparatus and associated appliance modules and methods. Appliances modules can be selectively docked at docks of an appliance interface of a base. An appliance module includes a food container support surface movable between cooking and holding positions. An appliance module includes a receptacle having a holding well that can be selectively configured in a generally horizontal position or an inclined position. 1. An appliance for holding food in a food container at a desired holding temperature , the appliance comprising:a housing,a receptacle operatively supported by the housing, the receptacle having a food container receiving space sized for receiving a food container, a lower portion of the food container receiving space and at least one side portion of the food container receiving space being bounded by the receptacle, the receptacle including at least one food conditioning element for holding food in the food container at a desired holding temperature when the food container is received in the food container receiving space,wherein the receptacle is movable with respect to the housing between a generally horizontal position and an inclined position for selectively holding the food container in the generally horizontal position and the inclined position, the receptacle in the inclined position having a first end positioned higher than an opposite second end, the at least one food conditioning element being movable with the receptacle between the generally horizontal position and the inclined position.2. An appliance as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the at least one food conditioning element is carried by the receptacle for movement with the receptacle to the inclined position.3. An appliance as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the receptacle includes a shell having an interior claim 2 , and the at least one food conditioning element is housed in the interior of the shell.4. An appliance as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the receptacle is ...

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Номер записи: 38
16-02-2017 дата публикации

Heated or cooled dishware and drinkware and food containers

Номер: US20170042373A1
Автор: Christopher Thomas Wakeham, Clayton Alexander, Daren John Leith, Mikko Juhani Timperi
Принадлежит: Ember Technologies Inc

An actively heated or cooled food container can have a lid movable between an open and a closed position and an insulated body to which the lid can be attached. The insulated body can have a sidewall that defines a perimeter of the container body and a base, the sidewall and base defining one or more chambers that can be sealed by the lid. The food container can have a temperature control system that can include one or more heating or cooling elements in thermal communication with one or both of the sidewall and the base and operable to heat or cool one or both of the sidewall and the base to thereby heat or cool the one or more chambers in the food container.

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Номер записи: 39
18-02-2016 дата публикации

Double oven width reduction

Номер: US20160046377A1
Автор: Marcus Michael Cornelis Jaspers, Robin Hoegee
Принадлежит: BE Aerospace Inc

An oven includes a housing having a first compartment enclosed on all sides and a second compartment enclosed on all sides. The first compartment includes a first back wall, a first door opposite the first back wall, the first door operable to open the first compartment; a first top wall; a first bottom wall opposite the first top wall; a first outer wall, and a first inner wall. The second compartment is adjacent the first compartment and includes a second back wall, a second door opposite the second back wall, the second door operable to open the second compartment, a second top wall, a second bottom wall opposite the second top wall, a second outer wall, and a second inner wall. An end first portion of the first inner wall opposite the first back wall is bent to form an acute angle with the first back wall.

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Номер записи: 40
19-02-2015 дата публикации

BOX FOR KEEPING FOOD AND DRINK TEMPERATURE

Номер: US20150048096A1
Автор: Shadmi Oren
Принадлежит:

Chilled food, frozen food at low temperatures that retain food quality outside of the source of cold, and retaining hot food in the Wonder Boxes—preserving food in the Wonder Boxes after their removal from the source of heat. All of this, using appropriate Wonder Boxes with two panels or more, with water or another substance in between. The idea underlying the development of the Wonder Boxes is to allow students, who take sandwiches prepared in the morning and eaten at lunchtime, proper preservation. Another example is in the purchase of frozen or chilled food at the market and bringing it to the refrigerator at home only several hours later. Purchasing hot food, bringing it home and eating it hot. Prevents reheating. In our modern world, we do not enable manufacturers and distributors to transport chilled or frozen food without proper refrigeration. Anyone who does so, is immediately subject to shipment disqualification. We enable students and consumers the ability to do so because there is nothing to protect them except for ice boxes and thermoses which, due to their size and weight, are not very popular—justifiably so. In addition, an ice box is not suitable for a small helping or a single box of food. Wonder Boxes aim to solve these problems because they are light, small, appropriate for food and drink, and easy to operate. In order to retain the quality of food which being left outside a source of cold or heat, Chilled food, frozen food or hot food preserved in boxes after their removal from the source of heat, using appropriate boxes with two panels or more, with water or another substance in between. The idea is to allow students, who take sandwiches prepared in the morning and eaten at lunchtime, proper preservation. Another example is in the purchase of frozen or chilled food at the market and bringing it to the refrigerator at home only several hours later. 1) An apparatus comprising a box including two or more sides containing water or a substance that ...

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Номер записи: 41
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Cooking device and components thereof

Номер: US20190045973A1
Автор: Aaron Michael GILL, Andrew John Roy Tattersfield, Chris Martin, Da DENG, Evan James WHITE, Mackenzie Lee SWANHART, Mete Gursel, Naomi Kalia Williams ZABEL, Nathaniel R. LAVINS, Niall Christopher DENHAM, Roger Neil Jackson, Ronan Patrick Leahy, Ross Richardson, Samuel Andrew FERGUSON, SCOTT James Stewart, Thomas Guerin
Принадлежит: SharkNinja Operating LLC

Disclosed herein is a cooking system for cooking food, the system including a housing having a hollow interior, a lid movable relative to the housing, at least one heating element associated with one of the housing and the lid, wherein the cooking system is operable in a plurality of modes including a conductive cooking mode and a convective cooking mode, wherein in the conductive cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a conductive cooker and in the convective cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a convection cooker.

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Номер записи: 42
13-02-2020 дата публикации

MODULAR FOOD HOLDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20200046170A1
Автор: Veltrop Loren
Принадлежит:

A modular food holding system includes a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another. Each of the food holding chambers includes a food holding cavity and may further include a heating element and/or a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity. A chamber base is physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers and operation of at least one food holding chamber is controlled by the chamber base. A smart sensor is disposed within or connected to a food pan that is removably inserted within the food holding cavity of a food holding chamber. The smart sensor is configured to sense a characteristic of an interior environment of the food pan and communicate with the food holding chamber or the chamber base. 1. A modular food holding system comprising:a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another, each of the food holding chambers comprising a food holding cavity;a chamber base physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers in the plurality of food holding chambers;a food pan removably inserted within the food holding cavity of a food holding chamber of the plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers; anda smart sensor disposed within a handle of the food pan and configured to sense a characteristic of an interior environment of the food pan, wherein the smart sensor is electrically connected to the food holding chamber through an electrical connection of the food pan.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the handle or the smart sensor is detachable from the food pan.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the electrical connection of the food pan includes a plurality of conductive paths on ...

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Номер записи: 43
15-05-2014 дата публикации

MULTI-WELL FOOD PRESENTATION MODULES

Номер: US20140131006A1
Автор: Shackelford Howell B.
Принадлежит: Low Temp Manufacturing Company

Thermally convertible food presentation modules are described. A single module may be used for both heating and refrigeration of foodstuffs as desired at any given time. Any well of a module may be switched between heating and cooling of food regardless of the status of any other well of the module. 1. A food presentation module generally immobile in use , comprising:a. a frame;b. first and second wells for receiving containers of bulk food, the wells having an open access area to expose food received therein to the ambient environment; andc. a system for controlling temperatures of the first and second wells independently, such the temperature-control system allows food received in the first well to be refrigerated to a temperature substantially below ambient while food received in the second well may be heated to a temperature substantially above ambient, or any combination thereof.2. A module according to in which the temperature-control system is configured to allow food received in the first well alternately to be heated to a temperature substantially above ambient.3. A module according to in which the temperature-control system is configured to allow food received in the second well alternately to be refrigerated to a temperature substantially below ambient.4. A module according to further comprising a third well for receiving a container of food and in which the temperature-control system controls temperature of the third well independently of temperatures of the first and second wells.5. A module according to in which each of the first and second wells defines a floor claim 3 , further comprising a thermal blanket attached to each floor.6. A module according to in which each thermal blanket comprises silicone rubber.7. A module according to in which each floor is sloped so as to direct any fluid otherwise tending to accumulate on the floor toward an exit for draining.8. A module according to further comprising a heating element located between each floor and ...

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Номер записи: 44
10-03-2022 дата публикации

VENDING MACHINE AND TRANSPORT CARTRIDGE SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20220071453A1
Автор: Baculi, Cube Allan L., JR. Juarencio P., LOPEZ Eduardo, Marquardt Shawn, Shue Sun
Принадлежит:

A vending machine system for loading and dispensing pre-baked unpackaged food including a fixed cartridge disposed in a refrigerator of a vending machine, and a transport cartridge adapted to removably attach to the fixed cartridge, the transport cartridge operable for holding trays of unpackaged food and loading the trays of unpackaged food from the transport cartridge into the fixed cartridge, wherein, when the transport cartridge is removably attached to the fixed cartridge, a front opening of the transport cartridge aligns with a front opening of the fixed cartridge, and wherein the rack of the transport cartridge aligns with the conveyor system of the fixed cartridge such that trays of unpackaged food within the transport cartridge can simultaneously be transitioned from the rack to the conveyor system. 1. A vending machine system for dispensing unpackaged food , comprising:a cabinet;a refrigerator disposed within a cabinet interior of the cabinet;an oven disposed within the cabinet interior;a delivery chute for delivering food;a payment system for processing customer payment;an interface for operating the vending machine system;a fixed cartridge disposed in the refrigerator, the fixed cartridge comprising a conveyor system for conveying trays of food within the fixed cartridge; anda single tray loading device for loading individual trays of food into the fixed cartridge, the single tray loading device configured for temporary attachment to the fixed cartridge to align an individual tray of food with the conveyor system to transfer the individual tray of food from the single tray loading device into the conveyor system of the fixed cartridge, wherein:{'claim-text': ['a housing having a front opening;', 'a door; and', 'a drive mechanism operable for driving the conveyor system and'], '#text': 'the fixed cartridge comprises:'}the single tray loading device having:a first opening on a front side of the a device for loading a tray and/or a temporary container ...

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Номер записи: 45
13-02-2020 дата публикации

System and Method for Managing the Delivery of a Food Product

Номер: US20200051012A1
Автор: Dana Tilley, David Scrivano, Kent A. Deemter, Matthew Omlor, R. William Kneifel II, Rick Moreno
Принадлежит: Little Caesars Enterprises Inc

A food locker includes a housing, a food support member, a first door, a second door, and a lock. The housing includes a front wall a front wall, a rear wall, and a chamber. The front wall includes a first opening in communication with the chamber. The rear wall includes a second opening in communication with the chamber. The food support member is disposed within the chamber. The first door is supported by the housing and is movable between a closed position and an open position. The food support member is accessible through the first opening when the first door is in the open position. The second door is supported by the housing and is movable between a closed position and an open position. The food support member is accessible through the second opening when the second door is in the open position. The lock is operatively coupled to at least one of the housing and the first door and is actuatable between a locked configuration and an unlocked configuration. The lock is operable to (i) permit the first door to move from the closed position to the open position when the lock is in the unlocked configuration and (ii) prevent the first door from moving from the closed position to the open position when the lock is in the locked configuration.

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Номер записи: 46
21-02-2019 дата публикации

Mobile Galley Cart with Heating, Cooling and Braking Functionality

Номер: US20190055022A1
Автор: Peter John Leslie BURD
Принадлежит: ROCKWELL COLLINS INC

A mobile galley cart including a wheeled insulated housing having a door configured to open to access to the interior of the housing, a thermoelectric chiller mounted near the bottom of the cart, cold air ducting in fluid communication with the thermoelectric chiller and opening to the interior of the housing, and warm air ducting including a warm air exhaust arranged to exhaust warm air from the mobile galley cart. A mobile galley cart system including a cart configured to dock at a separate service wall to provide service connections therebetween.

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Номер записи: 47
04-03-2021 дата публикации

INTELLIGENT MULTIFUNCTIONAL STORAGE CABINET DEVICE

Номер: US20210063980A1
Автор: Xu Yijun
Принадлежит: Suzhou Dusit Technology Co., Ltd

An intelligent multifunctional storage cabinet device includes a smart cabinet and a backend control terminal, wherein the smart cabinet is connected to and communicates with the backend control terminal via a network connection. The smart cabinet includes a cabinet and a monitoring device. The monitoring device is installed on the top of the cabinet, and the monitoring device is connected to and communicates with the backend control terminal via a network connection. The cabinet includes a parcel storage component comprising a plurality of parcel storage compartments, a food storage component comprising a plurality of food storage compartments, and a key storage component comprising a plurality of key storage compartments. The key storage compartment is located between the parcel storage compartment and the food storage compartment. The parcel storage compartment is located at one side of the food storage compartment. 1. An intelligent multifunctional storage cabinet device , comprising a smart cabinet and backend control terminal , wherein the smart cabinet is connected to and communicates with the backend control terminal via a network connection; the smart cabinet comprises a cabinet and a monitoring device; the monitoring device is installed on the top of the cabinet; the monitoring device is connected to and communicates with the backend control terminal via a network connection; the cabinet comprises a parcel storage component comprising a plurality of parcel storage compartments , a food storage component comprising a plurality of food storage compartments , and a key storage component comprising a plurality of key storage compartments; the key storage compartment is located between the parcel storage compartment and the food storage compartment; the parcel storage compartment is located at one side of the food storage compartment; a weighing sensor is installed at the bottom of each parcel storage compartment; the weighing sensor is connected to the backend ...

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Номер записи: 48
27-02-2020 дата публикации

COOKING DEVICE AND COMPONENTS THEREOF

Номер: US20200060472A1
Автор: Deng Da, Denham Niall Christopher, Ferguson Samuel Andrew, Gill Aaron Michael, Guerin Thomas, Gursel Mete, Jackson Roger Neil, Lavins Nathaniel R., Leahy Ronan Patrick, Martin Chris, Richardson Ross, Stewart Scott James, Swanhart Mackenzie Lee, TATTERSFIELD ANDREW JOHN ROY, White Evan James, Zabel Naomi Kalia Williams
Принадлежит:

Disclosed herein is a cooking system for cooking food, the system including a housing defining a hollow chamber configured to receive a food container. The housing has an upper portion defining an opening to the hollow chamber. A food container having a hollow container interior is positionable within the hollow chamber. An end of the food container extends above the upper portion of the housing when the container is installed within the hollow chamber. A lid is moveably attached to the housing and is moveable between a first position that covers the upper portion of the housing and the opening to the hollow chamber when the food container is installed within the hollow chamber and a second position where the lid does not cover the opening to the hollow chamber. At least one heating element is associated with at least one of said lid and said housing. 1. A cooking system for cooking food , the cooking system comprising:a housing defining a hollow chamber configured to receive a food container, said housing having an upper portion defining an opening to said hollow chamber,a food container having a hollow container interior and being positionable within said hollow chamber, wherein a lower surface of said container is a domed surface;a first lid attachable to said housing and moveable between a first position that covers said upper portion of said housing and said opening to said hollow chamber when said food container is installed within said hollow chamber and a second position where said first lid does not cover said opening to said hollow chamber,a second lid attachable to said housing to covers said upper portion of said housing and said opening to said hollow chamber; andat least one heating element disposed in said first lid.2. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein said second lid is configured to seal against and about said end of said food container claim 1 , sealing said container interior claim 1 , when said food container is installed within said hollow ...

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Номер записи: 49
27-02-2020 дата публикации

COOKING DEVICE AND COMPONENTS THEREOF

Номер: US20200060473A1
Автор: Deng Da, Denham Niall Christopher, Ferguson Samuel Andrew, Gill Aaron Michael, Guerin Thomas, Gursel Mete, Jackson Roger Neil, Lavins Nathaniel R., Leahy Ronan Patrick, Martin Chris, Richardson Ross, Stewart Scott James, Swanhart Mackenzie Lee, TATTERSFIELD ANDREW JOHN ROY, White Evan James, Zabel Naomi Kalia Williams
Принадлежит:

Disclosed herein is a cooking system for cooking food, the system including a housing defining a hollow chamber configured to receive a food container. The housing has an upper portion defining an opening to the hollow chamber. A food container having a hollow container interior is positionable within the hollow chamber. An end of the food container extends above the upper portion of the housing when the container is installed within the hollow chamber. A lid is moveably attached to the housing and is moveable between a first position that covers the upper portion of the housing and the opening to the hollow chamber when the food container is installed within the hollow chamber and a second position where the lid does not cover the opening to the hollow chamber. At least one heating element is associated with at least one of said lid and said housing. 1. A cooking system for cooking food , the cooking system comprising:a housing defining a hollow chamber configured to receive a food container, said housing having an upper portion defining an opening to said hollow chamber;a food container having a hollow container interior and being positionable within said hollow chamber, wherein a bottom surface of said container is a continuous surface absent of apertures;an insert receivable in said container, said insert including at least one surface with apertures;a first lid attachable to said housing and moveable between a first position that covers said upper portion of said housing and said opening to said hollow chamber when said food container is installed within said hollow chamber and a second position where said first lid does not cover said opening to said hollow chamber,a second lid attachable to said housing to covers said upper portion of said housing and said opening to said hollow chamber; andat least one heating element disposed in said first lid.2. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein said second lid configured to seal against and about said end of said ...

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Номер записи: 50
29-05-2014 дата публикации

OVEN AND APPARATUS FOR HOLDING A FOOD ITEM IN AN OVEN CAVITY

Номер: US20140144334A1
Автор: Green Christopher Seay, Macy Ralph Lee, Reese Robert J., Shei Steven M., Tiberio Philip
Принадлежит: DUKE MANUFACTURING CO.

A system includes an oven and an apparatus configured for holding at least one food item and being inserted in a cavity of the oven through an open end of the cavity. A baffle provided on the oven or apparatus has a height extending between the peripheral rim and an upper wall of the oven cavity for restricting flow of gas out of the cavity from the apparatus. Various forms of baffles may be used. The baffles may have adjustable, interchangeable, fixed position, or other configurations. 1. Apparatus configured for holding at least one food item and being inserted in a cavity of an oven , the oven cavity being bounded by at least a bottom wall , opposite side walls , and an upper wall , the cavity having opposite first and second ends at least one of which is open for receiving the apparatus in the oven cavity , the apparatus comprising:a food container having a bottom wall, opposite side walls, opposite first and second end walls, a peripheral rim, and an open top, the food container being sized and shaped for receiving the at least one food item; anda baffle attached to the food container, the baffle being smaller than said at least one open end of the oven cavity, the baffle being positioned adjacent to one of the first and second end walls of the food container and extending above the peripheral rim of the food container for restricting gas flow out of the open end of the oven cavity along a flow path between the peripheral rim and the upper wall of the oven cavity when the food container is in the oven cavity.2. The apparatus of wherein the baffle includes an upstanding wall.3. The apparatus of wherein the baffle is positioned adjacent to the first end wall and extends a height above the peripheral rim.4. The apparatus of wherein the baffle is adjustable for permitting adjustable restriction of the gas flow along said flow path.5. The apparatus of wherein the baffle includes a movable member claim 4 , the movable member being movable between at least first and ...

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Номер записи: 51
17-03-2016 дата публикации

Pan storage apparatus

Номер: US20160073821A1
Автор: Douglas M. Lewis, Ralph Macy, Steven Shei
Принадлежит: Duke Manufacturing Co

Pan support apparats and associated methods. A pan is removably receivable in at least one pan storage space of the pan storage apparatus. A cover is supported in the pan storage space for covering an open top of the pan. The cover is removably supported in the pan storage space.

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Номер записи: 52
24-03-2022 дата публикации

MEAL DISTRIBUTION TRAY, SYSTEM CONSISTING OF SUCH A TRAY AND OF A TROLLEY WHEREIN THE TRAY IS TO BE TO INSERTED FOR TRANSPORTING AND DISTRIBUTING MEALS

Номер: US20220087460A1
Автор: Rivola Marco, SPERANZA Angelo
Принадлежит: Burlodge Ltd.

The present invention refers to a tray for distributing meals provided with a support base and a continuous perimeter edge arranged around it, characterized in that at least a portion of the continuous perimeter edge is inclined and is provided with a planar bottom which substantially extends up to the outer edge of the support base. The present invention also refers to a system comprising such a tray and a suitable trolley wherein the tray is to be inserted for transporting and distributing meals. The present invention finally refers to the use of such a tray for transporting meals in a special trolley. 1125323414141411444351164432aabbaabab. Tray () for distributing meals comprising: a) a support base () facing upwards and suitable for housing said meals , b) a bottom () facing downwards and suitable for resting on a flat surface , and c) a continuous perimeter edge () arranged around said support base () and in relief with respect to it , wherein said edge () comprises a first portion () arranged at the central part along a first longitudinal side () of the tray () and a second portion () arranged at the central part along a second longitudinal side () of the tray () , opposite to said first longitudinal side () , characterized in that at least one of said first and second portions ( , ) of said continuous perimeter edge in relief () has a lower base that is coplanar and coincides with said bottom () of the tray () and an upper surface () inclined in order to connect the raised end of said at least one portion ( , ) of said edge () with said support base ().21164431ab. Tray () according to wherein said upper surface () of said at least one portion ( claim 1 , ) of said continuous perimeter edge () in relief is inclined towards the inside of the tray ().31443ab. Tray () according to wherein said at least one portion ( claim 1 , ) of said continuous perimeter edge () has a solid section.41443ab. Tray () according to wherein said at least one portion ( claim 1 , ) of ...

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Номер записи: 53
16-03-2017 дата публикации

MODULAR FOOD HOLDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20170071408A1
Автор: Larson Eric William, Laub Christine S., Veltrop Loren J.
Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A modular food holding system includes a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another. Each of the food holding chambers includes a food holding cavity and at least one of a heating element and/or a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity. A chamber base is physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers and operation of at least one food holding chamber is controlled by the chamber base. 1. A modular food holding system comprising:a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another, each of the food holding chambers comprising a food holding cavity and at least one of a heating element or a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity;a chamber base physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers in the plurality of food holding chambers; anda modular control screen operatively coupled to the chamber base, the control screen providing at least one of a user interface for entering control instructions or an information display that displays information pertaining to one or more of the food holding chambers, wherein the control screen is communicatively connected to the one or more of the food holding chambers through the chamber base.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the control screen is removably attached to a port provided in the chamber base.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the control screen is attached to the chamber base with a tether.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the control screen is wirelessly connected to the chamber base.5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the control screen includes control options for one or more of temperature of a food holding chamber claim 1 , a ...

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Номер записи: 54
16-03-2017 дата публикации

MODULAR FOOD HOLDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20170071409A1
Автор: Veltrop Loren J.
Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A modular food holding system includes a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another. Each of the food holding chambers includes a food holding cavity and at least one of a heating element and/or a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity. A chamber base is physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers and operation of at least one food holding chamber is controlled by the chamber base. 1. A modular food holding system comprising:a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another, each of the food holding chambers comprising a food holding cavity and at least one of a heating element and a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity;a chamber base physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers in the plurality of food holding chambers; anda smart sensor operatively coupled to at least one food holding chamber in the plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, the smart sensor directly sensing a characteristic of a food holding environment within at least one food holding chamber.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the smart sensor is located under a cover of a food pan stored within one food holding chamber.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the smart sensor is located in a handle of a food pan stored within one food holding chamber.4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the smart sensor comprises one of a humidity sensor claim 1 , a temperature sensor claim 1 , an electronic nose sensor claim 1 , or a load sensor.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the smart sensor is an electronic nose sensor that senses food decomposition products.6. The system of claim 5 , wherein the food ...

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Номер записи: 55
16-03-2017 дата публикации

MODULAR FOOD HOLDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20170071410A1
Автор: Larson Eric William, Laub Christine S., Thompson Greg Alan, Veltrop Loren J.
Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A modular food holding system includes a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another. Each of the food holding chambers includes a food holding cavity and at least one of a heating element and/or a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity. A chamber base is physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers and operation of at least one food holding chamber is controlled by the chamber base. 1. A modular food holding system comprising:a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another, each of the food holding chambers comprising a food holding cavity and at least one of a heating element or a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity;wherein a first food holding chamber in the plurality of food holding chambers includes connection structure formed in a chamber housing, the connection structure providing a physical removable attachment with a second food holding chamber in the plurality of food holding chambers, the connection structure limiting relative movement between the first food holding chamber and the second food holding chamber to one dimension at a time.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a chamber base physically and communicatively removably connected to at least one of the food holding chambers in the plurality of food holding chambers claim 1 ,wherein operation of at least one food holding chamber is controlled by the chamber base.3. The system of claim 1 , the food holding cavity comprises one of a blind cavity and a through cavity.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a food holding tray disposed within the food holding cavity.5. The system of claim 2 , wherein the chamber base is a master base ...

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Номер записи: 56
16-03-2017 дата публикации

MODULAR FOOD HOLDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20170071411A1
Автор: Laub Christine S., Veltrop Loren J.
Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A modular food holding system includes a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another. Each of the food holding chambers includes a food holding cavity and at least one of a heating element and/or a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity. A chamber base is physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers and operation of at least one food holding chamber is controlled by the chamber base. 1. A method for controlling a modular food holding system with a central controller , comprising:establishing a communicative connection between the central controller and a master base of the modular food holding system;receiving, at a processor of the central controller, data from one or more food holding chambers of the modular food holding system, wherein the data is received through the master base via the communicative connection;establishing, by the processor of the central controller, one or more control commands based at least in part upon the received data; andpresenting, at a display of the central controller, information regarding the one or more control commands to a user of the central controller.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:presenting, at the display of the central controller, one or more control options to the user;receiving, at the processor of the central controller, a user selection of at least one of the one or more control options, wherein the user selection corresponds to the one or more control commands;causing, by the processor of the central controller, the one or more control commands to be implemented.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein causing the one or more control actions to be implemented includes:generating, by the processor of the central controller, a control command; andcommunicating, via the established communication connection, the ...

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Номер записи: 57
16-03-2017 дата публикации

Modular Food Holding System

Номер: US20170071412A1
Автор: Laub Christine S., Veltrop Loren J.
Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A modular food holding system includes a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another. Each of the food holding chambers includes a food holding cavity and at least one of a heating element and/or a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity. A chamber base is physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers and operation of at least one food holding chamber is controlled by the chamber base. 1. A modular food holding system communicatively connected to a central controller , comprising:a master base configured to communicatively connect each of one or more food holding chambers to the central controller;a first food holding chamber directly connected to the master base; anda second food holding chamber connected to the master base through either (i) the first food holding chamber or (ii) an expansion base connected to the master base;wherein the master base is configured to establish a communication connection between the central controller and the first and second food holding chambers, andwherein the first and second food holding chambers receive control commands from the central controller.2. The modular food holding system of claim 1 , wherein the first food holding chamber has an identical structure to the structure of the second food holding chamber.3. The modular food holding system of claim 2 , wherein each food holding chamber includes both a downstream connector configured to connect to a food holding chamber and an upstream connector configured to communicatively connect the food holding chamber to the master base.4. The modular food holding system of claim 3 , wherein the upstream and downstream connectors of each food holding chamber includes one or both of an electrical power connector or a communication connector.5. The modular food holding system of claim 3 , ...

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Номер записи: 58
18-03-2021 дата публикации

Vending machine and transport cartridge systems and methods

Номер: US20210076877A1
Автор: Allan L. Cube, Eduardo Lopez, Juarencio P. Baculi, Shawn Marquardt, Sun Shue
Принадлежит: 24/7 Pizza Box LLC

A vending machine system for loading and dispensing pre-baked unpackaged food including a fixed cartridge disposed in a refrigerator of a vending machine, and a transport cartridge adapted to removably attach to the fixed cartridge, the transport cartridge operable for holding trays of unpackaged food and loading the trays of unpackaged food from the transport cartridge into the fixed cartridge, wherein, when the transport cartridge is removably attached to the fixed cartridge, a front opening of the transport cartridge aligns with a front opening of the fixed cartridge, and wherein the rack of the transport cartridge aligns with the conveyor system of the fixed cartridge such that trays of unpackaged food within the transport cartridge can simultaneously be transitioned from the rack to the conveyor system.

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Номер записи: 59
15-03-2018 дата публикации

METHOD FOR ENTROPY-ENCODING SLICE SEGMENT AND APPARATUS THEREFOR, AND METHOD FOR ENTROPY-DECODING SLICE SEGMENT AND APPARATUS THEREFOR

Номер: US20180077429A1
Автор: Choi Byeong-doo, LEE Tammy
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Provided are entropy encoding and entropy decoding for video encoding and decoding. The video entropy decoding method includes: determining a bin string and a bin index for a maximum coding unit that is obtained from a bitstream; determining a value of a syntax element by comparing the determined bin string with bin strings that is assignable to the syntax element in the bin index; storing context variables for the maximum coding unit when the syntax element is a last syntax element in the maximum coding unit, a dependent slice segment is includable in a picture in which the maximum coding unit is included, and the maximum coding unit is a last maximum coding unit in a slice segment; and restoring symbols of the maximum coding unit by using the determined value of the syntax element. 1. A video decoding apparatus comprising:a receiver configured for obtaining, from a bitstream, information about a maximum size of a coding unit and first information indicating whether a dependent slice segment is permitted to be included in a picture; anda decoder configured for determining at least one maximum coding unit included in a first slice segment, based on a maximum coding unit size which is determined by using the information about the maximum size,wherein the receiver is further configured for obtaining, from the bitstream, second information indicating whether a current maximum coding unit is at an end of the first slice segment or not,wherein the decoder is further configured for determining a number of entry points of subsets, which are included in the first slice segment, based on third information obtained from a slice segment header of the bitstream, and for determining positions of the entry points by using an offset which is 1 larger than a number which fourth information indicates,wherein the decoder is further configured for storing a context variable of the first slice segment if the first information indicates that the dependent slice segment is permitted to ...

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Номер записи: 60
14-03-2019 дата публикации

TRAY IDENTIFICATION ACCESSORY FOR FOOD HOLDING DEVICES

Номер: US20190075970A1
Автор: FLUCK Jordan N., PATTERSON Nicholas M.
Принадлежит:

A carrier includes a carrier body that is removably connectable to a tray that holds food in a cabinet and a transceiver being connected to the carrier body on a first side. The transceiver is configured so that a reader identifies the tray. 1. A carrier comprising:a carrier body that is removably connectable to a tray that holds food in a cabinet; anda transceiver being connected to said carrier body on a first side, said transceiver being configured so that a reader identifies the tray.2. The carrier of claim 1 , wherein said transceiver is a first transceiver claim 1 , further comprising a second transceiver claim 1 , wherein said second transceiver is connected to said carrier body on a second side claim 1 , and wherein said first transceiver and said second transceiver are configured so that a reader identifies the same tray by each of said first transceiver and said second transceiver.3. The carrier of claim 2 , wherein said second transceiver is connected to said carrier body on said second side that is opposite said first side.4. The carrier of claim 3 , wherein said carrier body is rotated around 180 degrees from a first position to a second position and positioned in a bin in either said first position or said second position so that said reader can read said first transceiver in said first position and said second transceiver in said second position.5. The carrier of claim 1 , wherein said carrier body has a first piece and a second piece that together form a collar around said tray.6. The carrier of claim 1 , wherein said tray has a tray body and a rim around an outside of an opening in said tray claim 1 , and wherein said tray has a first handle and a second handle connected to opposite sides of an outer surface of said tray so that claim 1 , in a connected position claim 1 , said first piece is connected to said second piece around said tray body.7. The carrier of claim 6 , wherein said first piece is positioned between said rim and one of said first ...

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Номер записи: 61
23-03-2017 дата публикации

OVEN FOR HEATING FOOD

Номер: US20170079473A1
Автор: Bigott James W.
Принадлежит:

Systems, apparatus, and methods for heating food. In one embodiment, an oven includes a heating compartment sized for receiving food to be heated. A heater system of the oven heats gas for heating the food. A blower system of the oven blows heated gas into the heating compartment. A gas flow inlet and a gas flow exhaust are arranged for providing a flow of heated gas in the heating compartment. In one embodiment, a filter is used for filtering gas from the heating compartment. 1. An oven for heating food , the oven comprisinga heating compartment sized for receiving the food, the heating compartment having a first side wall, a bottom wall, and an open top in open communication with a surrounding environment outside the oven,the first side wall including a gas flow inlet having an upper end and a lower end,a heater system for heating gas,a blower system for blowing the heated gas through said gas flow inlet into the heating compartment,the bottom wall including a first bottom wall portion substantially free of exhaust gas flow openings and a second bottom wall portion defining a gas flow exhaust having a front end toward the gas flow inlet and an opposite rear end, the first bottom wall portion being positioned between the gas flow inlet and the gas flow exhaust, the first bottom wall portion having a length corresponding to a horizontal distance between the lower end of the gas flow inlet and the front end of the gas flow exhaust, the length of the first bottom wall portion being at least about 20% of the horizontal distance from the lower end of the gas flow inlet to the rear end of the gas flow exhaust, andwherein gas blows into the heating compartment via said gas flow inlet in the first side wall, flows above the first bottom wall portion, and exhausts from the heating compartment via said gas flow exhaust in the second bottom wall portion.2. An oven as set forth in wherein the length of the first bottom wall portion is at least about 30% of the horizontal ...

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Номер записи: 62
23-03-2017 дата публикации

FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER WITH REMOVABLE PORTION

Номер: US20170079476A1
Автор: Fortmann Robert C., Marolda Frank G.
Принадлежит: Carter-Hoffmann LLC

A food storage container is provided. The container includes a housing with a bottom, a first side wall, and a second side wall fixed to the first side wall that defines a food storage volume therewithin. The first side wall extends from a first end portion that includes a first peg that extends therefrom in a direction parallel with a plane through the first side wall. A third side wall is removably mounted to the first peg, wherein when mounted to the first peg, the third side wall establishes a barrier of the food storage volume different than barriers of the food storage volume provided by the bottom, the first side wall, and the second side wall. When the third side wall is removed from the first peg, the food storage volume may be accessed through a void left by the removal of the third side wall. 1. A food storage and metered distribution system , comprising:a housing comprising an open top, and opposite first and second side walls that define a portion of the open top and an internal volume therebetween, the housing further comprises a front barrier that when positioned establishes a portion of the internal volume and when removed allows for access into the internal volume,a hopper disposed within the housing comprising a storage volume and an open bottom;a food distribution and metering system disposed within the housing comprising a wheel disposed below the open bottom of the hopper and a receiving trough disposed below the wheel,wherein the hopper is slidably mounted upon upper portions of the first and second side walls such that the hopper can slide with respect to the first and second side walls when the front barrier is removed to an extended position and returned to a normal position where the hopper is disposed such that its open bottom is above the wheel.2. The food storage and metered distribution system of claim 1 , wherein the hopper comprises first and second flanges that extend outward from the hopper claim 1 , wherein the first and second ...

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Номер записи: 63
31-03-2022 дата публикации

FOOD HOLDING APPARATUS

Номер: US20220095836A1
Автор: Bigott James W., Kieffer Thomas Earl, Stafford Jeffrey Allen, Stolzman Alan, Wann Benjamin Kingbay
Принадлежит:

A food holding apparatus and associated components and methods. The food holding apparatus includes multiple food receivers configured to be independently controlled to heat or cool food received therein. The food holding apparatus includes a refrigeration system. Components of the refrigeration system are mounted on a sled movable between stowed and access positions to facilitate access to the components. The food holding apparatus can include touch screen controls, serpentine-shaped bar heating elements, and/or other features. 120-. (canceled)21. A food holding apparatus comprising:a housing including an upper portion having a food receiver, the food receiver defining a cavity with an open top, the cavity being sized and shaped to receive a first tray of food when the tray of food is inserted into the cavity from the open top, the food receiver having a cooling conduit configured to receive refrigerant to cool the tray of food when the tray of food is disposed in the cavity;a support movable relative to the housing between a stored position and an access position; and{'claim-text': ['a compressor;', 'a condenser; and', 'plumbing fluidly connecting the compressor, the condenser, and the cooling conduit;'], '#text': 'a refrigeration system fluidly coupled to the cooling conduit to supply the cooling conduit with refrigerant, the refrigeration system including:'}wherein at least one of the compressor or the condenser is supported by the support and is movable with the support between the stored and access positions.22. The food holding apparatus of claim 21 , wherein the housing defines an interior claim 21 , the support configured to be disposed in the interior when support is in the stored position claim 21 , and the support being configured to be at least partially disposed outside of the interior when the support is in the access position.23. The food holding apparatus of claim 22 , wherein the housing defines an opening in communication with the interior claim ...

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Номер записи: 64
31-03-2022 дата публикации

Food holding apparatus

Номер: US20220095837A1
Автор: Alan Stolzman, Benjamin Kingbay WANN, James W. Bigott, Jeffrey Allen STAFFORD, Thomas Earl KIEFFER
Принадлежит: Duke Manufacturing Co

A food holding apparatus and associated components and methods. The food holding apparatus includes multiple food receivers configured to be independently controlled to heat or cool food received therein. The food holding apparatus includes a refrigeration system. Components of the refrigeration system are mounted on a sled movable between stowed and access positions to facilitate access to the components. The food holding apparatus can include touch screen controls, serpentine-shaped bar heating elements, and/or other features.

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Номер записи: 65
31-03-2022 дата публикации

FOOD HOLDING APPARATUS

Номер: US20220099363A1
Автор: Bigott James W.
Принадлежит:

A food holding apparatus and associated components and methods. The food holding apparatus includes at least one food receiver and a refrigeration system. First and second cooling conduits are arranged with respect to the receiver and configured to receive refrigerant to refrigerate a tray of food disposed in a cavity of the receiver. A metering valve is fluidly coupled to the second cooling conduit to selectively block and permit flow of refrigerant to the second cooling coil. 1. A food holding apparatus comprising:a housing;at least one food receiver supported by the housing, the at least one food receiver defining a cavity sized and shaped to receive a tray of food; and{'claim-text': ['a first cooling conduit arranged with respect to the receiver and configured to receive refrigerant to refrigerate the tray of food when the tray of food is disposed in the cavity of the food receiver;', 'a second cooling conduit arranged with respect to the receiver and configured to receive refrigerant to refrigerate the tray of food when the tray of food is disposed in the cavity of the food receiver;', 'a refrigerant supply system fluidly coupled to the first and second cooling conduits to supply the first and second conduits with refrigerant; and', 'a metering valve fluidly coupled to the second cooling conduit to selectively block and permit flow of refrigerant to the second cooling conduit such that refrigerant can flow through the first cooling conduit while refrigerant is blocked from flowing through the second cooling conduit.'], '#text': 'a refrigeration system associated with the food receiver, the refrigeration system comprising:'}2. The food holding apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the refrigeration system includes a food holding apparatus temperature controller and a non-transitory tangible storage medium claim 1 , the non-transitory tangible storage medium storing food holding apparatus temperature controller executable instructions claim 1 , that when executed by the ...

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Номер записи: 66
29-03-2018 дата публикации

INDUCTION-BASED HEAT RETENTIVE SERVER

Номер: US20180084950A1
Автор: Altizer Timothy D., Crocker Rodger D., Gordon David R., McCartney Matthew J., Ray R. Kevin, Rothschild Martin A., Scruggs Phillip H.
Принадлежит:

A heat retentive server includes a chamber defined between an upper shell and a lower shell that are connected to one another. An induction-heatable member is positioned in the chamber, and the induction-heatable member may be heated by electromagnetic induction to a first temperature that is greater than the heat deflection temperature of the upper shell. Buffering material comprising an inhibitively conductive hydrophobic material is positioned in the chamber between the induction-heatable member and the upper shell, and the buffering material is adapted for providing predetermined conductive heat transfer from the induction-heatable member to the upper shell so that at least a portion of the upper shell is heated to a second temperature that is greater than the heat deflection temperature of the upper shell. The second temperature is less than the first temperature. 1. A heat retentive server comprising:a body having a chamber, an upper shell and a lower shell that are connected to one another, the chamber being defined between the upper shell and the lower shell, and a heat deflection temperature;an induction-heatable member positioned in the chamber, the induction-heatable member being heatable by electromagnetic induction to a first temperature that is greater than the heat deflection temperature of the body; anda buffering material positioned between the induction-heatable member and the upper shell, the buffering material comprising an inhibitively conductive hydrophobic material and enveloping the induction-heatable member, the buffering material providing predetermined conductive heat transfer from the induction-heatable member to the body so that at least a portion of the body is heated to a second temperature that is greater than the heat deflection temperature of the body in response to the induction-heatable member being heated by electromagnetic induction to the first temperature, and the second temperature is less than the first temperature2. The ...

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Номер записи: 67
21-03-2019 дата публикации

APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR AT LEAST SEMI-AUTONOMOUS MEAL STORAGE AND COOKING

Номер: US20190086143A1
Автор: FISHER Heather, INCORVIA Kevin, LISS Robin
Принадлежит: Home Tech Innovation, Inc.

A method of using a storage and cooking device having multiple thermal containers includes disposing a first food item in a first thermal container, a second food item in a second thermal container, and a third food item in a third thermal container. A volume of fluid is cooled and circulated through at least a portion of the device such that thermal energy from at least one of the first, second, or third food item is transferred to the cooled fluid. The device is transitioned from a first operating mode to a second operating mode in response to a criterion being satisfied. When in the second configuration, the volume of fluid is heated and circulated through at least a portion of the device such that thermal energy is transferred from the volume of fluid to at least one of the first, second, or third food item. 1. A method of using a storage and cooking device having multiple thermal containers , the method comprising:disposing at least one of a first food item in a first thermal container, a second food item in a second thermal container, and a third food item in a third thermal container;cooling a first volume of fluid circulating through a portion of the first thermal container and a portion of the second thermal container such that thermal energy from at least the first food item and the second food item is transferred to the cooled fluid;heating, in response to a first criterion being satisfied, the first volume of fluid circulating through the portion of the first thermal container and the portion of the second thermal container such that thermal energy from the heated fluid is transferred to the first food item and the second food item; andconveying, in response to a second criterion being satisfied, a second volume of fluid into a portion of the third thermal container such that thermal energy from the second volume of fluid is transferred to the third food item.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the first criterion is associated with a predetermined ...

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Номер записи: 68
05-05-2022 дата публикации

Food thawing cabinet and related methods

Номер: US20220132892A1
Автор: Austin M. BIERI, Henry L. NGUYEN, Steven T. JACKSON
Принадлежит: ILLINOIS TOOL WORKS INC

A food thawing apparatus includes a cabinet structure defining a thawing chamber accessible by at least one door, and a plurality of air movers and associated air flow structure configured for causing air flow through the thawing chamber such that multiple air flow circuits are set up within the cabinet structure. The cabinet structure defines a vertically extending flow section alongside the thawing chamber. A refrigeration system includes a condenser section and an evaporator section. In one example, the multiple air flow circuits include: a first air flow circuit that runs through the flow section, into and through the thawing chamber, into and through the evaporator section and back to the flow section; and a second air flow circuit from the flow section, through a first set of the plurality of shelves and back to the flow section, without passing through the evaporator section.

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Номер записи: 69
05-04-2018 дата публикации

FLAMELESS NON-ELECTRIC CHAFING DISH

Номер: US20180092493A1
Автор: Hale Austin J., Hayford Logan, Imray Jeff, Treptow David
Принадлежит: H&H Heating Sources, LLC

An improved flameless, non-electric chafing dish and an improved flameless non-electric heat source for use in connection therewith is provided. The chafing dish assembly includes a support frame for supporting the chafing dish on a serving surface, a lower (water) pan positioned on the support frame and having a bottom and one or more side walls, a food pan configured to nest inside the lower pan and having a bottom and one or more side walls, and an air-activated exothermic warming device positioned between the lower pan and the food pan. The warming device comprises a mixture of materials including iron which produce heat from the exothermic oxidation of iron when exposed to air. A support device configured for positioning between the air-activated exothermic warming device and the lower (water) pan is also provided. The support device is configured to permit airflow to the warming device and to elevate the warming device into direct contact with the food pan. 1. A warming device for use in connection with a chaffing dish comprising:an air-activated exothermic heat source configured for positioning between a water pan of the chafing dish and a food pan of the chafing dish, said heat source comprising a mixture of materials including iron which produce heat from exothermic oxidation of the iron when exposed to air, said mixture of materials being positioned in a pocket between an upper layer of material and a lower layer of material.2. The warming device according to wherein the mixture of materials includes cellulose claim 1 , iron claim 1 , water claim 1 , activated carbon claim 1 , vermiculite and salt.3. The warming device according to wherein the upper layer of material and the lower layer of material are air permeable material that permits airflow to the mixture of materials.4. The warming device according to wherein the air permeable material exhibits a perforation pattern and is a non-woven material.5. The warming device according to comprising a plurality ...

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Номер записи: 70
28-03-2019 дата публикации

MODULAR HOLDING BIN HAVING INDIVIDUALLY CONFIGURABLE FOOD HOLDING MODULES

Номер: US20190090692A1
Автор: Laub Christine Suen, Touchette Paul Gerard, Veltrop Loren J.
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A modular food holding bin has multiple food holding units or bins, which can be connected and disconnected from each other in multiple different configurations. Each bin can be set to its own temperature, independently of the others. 1. A modular food holding bin apparatus comprising:a plurality of individually controllable and individually configurable food holding units located at respective physical locations in the modular food holding bin apparatus; anda master controller coupled to each of the plurality of food holding units via a communication bus architecture, the communication bus architecture having a multi-master, multi-point communication protocol to allow for bi-directional communication on the bus architecture between the master controller and each of the plurality of food holding units, the master controller having one or more processors and one or more non-transitory computer readable memories, the master controller configured to: 'wherein a first food holding unit from the plurality of food holding units is located at the first physical location, wherein the first food holding unit is configured to detect the interrogation message and, in response to detecting the interrogation message, transmit an address request message onto a first bus to the master controller, the first bus being a first bus of the communication bus architecture extending from the master controller to a first at least a plurality of the physical locations in the modular food holding bin apparatus including the first physical location, the first at least a plurality of the physical locations including the first physical location,', 'transmit an interrogation message on a line conductor that extends between the master controller and a first physical location of the physical locations in the modular food holding bin apparatus,'}determine an address assignment for the first food holding unit at the first physical location, in response to receiving the address request message, ...

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Номер записи: 71
14-04-2016 дата публикации

APPARATUS FOR PRESERVING COOKED FOOD PALATABILITY

Номер: US20160100595A1
Автор: Grisham Brook, Grisham Phillip, PRESLEY TALBOT, RAINONE MICHAEL, THOMPSON CLINT, Veltrop Loren
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The rate of degradation of a cooked food product that is maintained at an elevated temperature can be reduced by the use of an encapsulated environment food holder. The encapsulated environment is a small, airtight or semi-airtight containment vessel that retains compositions that escape from a cooked food product over time. The volume of an encapsulated environment is greater than one hundred percent but less than one-thousand percent of the cooked food product volume. By holding single servings or portions of a cooked food product in a small, encapsulated environment palatability or taste of a cooked food product can be extended. 18-. (canceled)9. An apparatus for preserving the palatability of a cooked food product having a predetermined volume , the apparatus comprising:a food holding cabinet having a plurality of food holding compartments, at least one of the food holding compartments including a heating element that maintains a temperature of the food holding compartment at an elevated, food holding temperature of 140° F. or greater;a food holding tray disposed within one of the food holding compartments; andan encapsulated environment device disposed within the food holding tray, the encapsulated environment device being made from a material impermeable to liquids and gases emitted from a cooked food product that is disposed within the encapsulated environment device, the cooked food product displacing a first volume,wherein an interior volume of the encapsulated environment device encloses the cooked food product within a predetermined headspace volume, the headspace volume being greater than one hundred percent of the first volume but less than one-thousand percent of the first volume.10. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein the encapsulated environment is comprised of at least one vent.11. The apparatus of claim 9 , wherein the encapsulated environment is configured to maintain a cooked food product in contact with compositions from the cooked food product. ...

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Номер записи: 72
19-04-2018 дата публикации

Modular Holding Bin With Power Recovery Mode

Номер: US20180103802A1
Автор: Borkhovik Herman, Kothari Ajay Ramniklal, Touchette Paul Gerard
Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A modular food holding bin has multiple food holding units or bins, which can be connected and disconnected from each other in multiple different configurations. Each bin can be set to its own temperature, independently of the others. The modular holding bin includes a power recover mode. 1. In a modular food holding bin having a plurality of individually addressable and individually controllable food holding units , a computer-implemented method of power recovery , the method comprising:upon power recovery from a power fault condition, determining, in a power recovery module of a master base controller, a time associated with the power recovery, the master base controller being a processing device coupled to control the plurality of food holding units;determining, in the power recovery module, a fault time indicating an amount of lost time between the power fault condition and the power recovery;in response, to the fault time determination, determining a timer status for each of the food holding units; andfor the food holding units determined to have an expired active timer status after the power recovery, the master controller sending a food expiration instruction to the food holding units; andfor the food holding units determined to have an active time status after the power recovery, the master controller sending an updated operating instruction to the food holding units, the updated operating instruction including timing data for completing a recipe on the food holding units.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising claim 1 , for the food holding units determined to have an inactive time upon the power recovery claim 1 , the master controller sending a stored recipe data to the food holding units.3. The method of claim 1 , further wherein determining the time associated with the power recovery by the power recovery module comprises determining a reference time associated with the power recovery.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising determining a ...

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Номер записи: 73
19-04-2018 дата публикации

Modular Holding Bin With Tunable System Behavior

Номер: US20180103803A1
Автор: Laub Christine Suen, Touchette Paul Gerard, Veltrop Loren J.
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A modular food holding bin has multiple food holding units or bins, which can be connected and disconnected from each other in multiple different configurations. Each bin can be set to its own temperature, independently of the others. The module holding bin may be programmed using tunable parameters that may be set remotely. 1. In a modular food holding bin having a plurality of individually addressable and individually controllable food holding units , a computer-implemented method of controlling the food holding units , the method comprising:receiving, at a user station via a user interface, user selections of tunable parameter values for a plurality of tunable parameters corresponding to adjustable aspects of operation of the food holding units;publishing the tunable parameter values to a controller of the modular food holding bin, wherein the tunable parameter values are published to the controller as one or more tunable payload components;executing, at runtime by a processor of the controller, a control program comprising programming instructions for operating at least one of the food holding units, wherein executing the control program includes accessing the tunable parameter values from the one or more tunable payload components; andcontrolling, by the processor of the controller, operation of the at least one of the food holding units according to the tunable parameter values.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of tunable parameters corresponding to the adjustable aspects of operation of the food holding units indicate general parameters associated with a recipe claim 1 , including temperature parameters and timing parameters.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the timing parameters include an expiration time associated with the recipe.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of tunable parameters corresponding to the adjustable aspects of operation of the food holding units indicate information presentation parameters associated with a ...

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Номер записи: 74
19-04-2018 дата публикации

Modular Holding Bin Having Individually Configurable Food Holding Modules

Номер: US20180103804A1
Автор: Laub Christine Suen, Touchette Paul Gerard, Veltrop Loren J.
Принадлежит: PRINCE CASTLE LLC

A modular food holding bin has multiple food holding units or bins, which can be connected and disconnected from each other in multiple different configurations. Each bin can be set to its own temperature, independently of the others. 1. In a modular food holding bin having a plurality of individually addressable and individually controllable food holding units , a computer-implemented method of detecting and controlling the food holding units , the method comprising:transmitting an interrogation message on a line conductor that extends between a controller and a physical location in the modular holding bin;in response to receiving the interrogation message, transmitting an address request message onto a first bus, the first bus extending from a master controller of the modular holding bin to a plurality of physical locations in the modular holding bin, the first bus being a multi-master, multi-point communication protocol bus, the address request messaging being transmitted on the first bus to the master controller;determining, at the master controller, an address assignment for a food holding at the physical location, in response to receiving the address request message at the master controller; andtransmitting an address assignment message to the food holding unit at the physical location, the address assignment message being transmitted onto the first bus by the master controller, and enabling the food holding unit at the first physical location to thereafter selectively communicate with the master controller.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein receipt of the address assignment message enables the master controller to conduct bi-directional communications with the food holding unit over the first bus.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:determining that no food holding unit is installed in the first physical location when no response to the interrogation message is received at the master controller.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:after the ...

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Номер записи: 75
29-04-2021 дата публикации

Three dimensional induction rethermalizing stations and control systems

Номер: US20210121003A1
Автор: John Wojcik, Peter Roever, Yang Wang
Принадлежит: Vollrath Co LLC

A rethermalizing station includes a well defined by a side wall, a food pan configured to be inserted into the well and to hold a food item, a first induction coil surrounding the side wall of the well, the first induction coil configured to warm the food item via inductive heating of the food pan, a first temperature sensor configured to detect a temperature of the food pan, and a control unit coupled to the first induction coil and the first temperature sensor, the control unit configured to control the first induction coil in response to the temperature of the food pan detected by the first temperature sensor such that temperature of the food pan is maintained at a targeted temperature.

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Номер записи: 76
29-04-2021 дата публикации

Cooking device and components thereof

Номер: US20210121006A1
Автор: Aaron Michael GILL, Andrew John Roy Tattersfield, Chris Martin, Da DENG, Evan James WHITE, Mackenzie Lee SWANHART, Mete Gursel, Naomi Kalia Williams ZABEL, Nathaniel R. LAVINS, Niall Christopher DENHAM, Roger Neil Jackson, Ronan Patrick Leahy, Ross Richardson, Samuel Andrew FERGUSON, SCOTT James Stewart, Thomas Guerin
Принадлежит: SharkNinja Operating LLC

Disclosed herein is a cooking system for cooking food, the system including a housing having a hollow interior, a lid movable relative to the housing, at least one heating element associated with one of the housing and the lid, wherein the cooking system is operable in a plurality of modes including a conductive cooking mode and a convective cooking mode, wherein in the conductive cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a conductive cooker and in the convective cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a convection cooker.

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Номер записи: 77
29-04-2021 дата публикации

COOKING DEVICE AND COMPONENTS THEREOF

Номер: US20210121007A1
Автор: Deng Da, Denham Niall Christopher, Ferguson Samuel Andrew, Gill Aaron Michael, Guerin Thomas, Gursel Mete, Jackson Roger Neil, Lavins Nathaniel R., Leahy Ronan Patrick, Martin Chris, Richardson Ross, Stewart Scott James, Swanhart Mackenzie Lee, TATTERSFIELD ANDREW JOHN ROY, White Evan James, Zabel Naomi Kalia Williams
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Disclosed herein is a cooking system for cooking food, the system including a housing having a hollow interior, a lid movable relative to the housing, at least one heating element associated with one of the housing and the lid, wherein the cooking system is operable in a plurality of modes including a conductive cooking mode and a convective cooking mode, wherein in the conductive cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a conductive cooker and in the convective cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a convection cooker. 1. A cooking system for cooking food , the cooking system being functional in a plurality of cooking modes , the cooking system comprising:a housing defining a hollow chamber configured to receive a food container, said housing having an upper portion defining an opening to said hollow chamber;a controller configured to operate the cooking system in a plurality of modes including a pressure cooking mode and a convective cooking mode, wherein in said pressure cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a pressure cooker and in said convective cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a convection cooker;a lid adapted to cover said opening to said hollow chamber,at least one heating element associated with at least one of said housing and said lid;a locking feature associated with said housing for locking said lid to said housing, the system operating in a pressure mode when said lid is in a locked condition with said housing.2. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein said locking feature is a bayonet locking feature.3. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein said locking feature is located about said lid and said upper portion of said housing.4. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein said lid is moveably attached to said housing and is moveable between a first position that covers said opening to said hollow chamber and a second position where said lid does not cover said opening to said hollow chamber.5. The cooking system of ...

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Номер записи: 78
29-04-2021 дата публикации

COOKING DEVICE AND COMPONENTS THEREOF

Номер: US20210121008A1
Автор: Deng Da, Denham Niall Christopher, Ferguson Samuel Andrew, Gill Aaron Michael, Guerin Thomas, Gursel Mete, Jackson Roger Neil, Lavins Nathaniel R., Leahy Ronan Patrick, Martin Chris, Richardson Ross, Stewart Scott James, Swanhart Mackenzie Lee, TATTERSFIELD ANDREW JOHN ROY, White Evan James, Zabel Naomi Kalia Williams
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Disclosed herein is a cooking system for cooking food, the system including a housing having a hollow interior, a lid movable relative to the housing, at least one heating element associated with one of the housing and the lid, wherein the cooking system is operable in a plurality of modes including a conductive cooking mode and a convective cooking mode, wherein in the conductive cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a conductive cooker and in the convective cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a convection cooker. 1. A cooking system for cooking food , the cooking system comprising:a housing defining a hollow chamber configured to receive a food container, said housing having an upper portion defining an opening to said hollow chamber;a lid movably attachable to said housing in a manner that creates a relatively weighted condition at one end of said housing; anda foot for supporting said housing, said foot being aligned with said end to stabilize said housing when said housing is oriented at an angle,wherein said foot extends in a horizontal direction beyond an outermost extent of a vertical wall of said housing.2. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein at said end said lid is moveable about a hinged axis between an open position and a closed position claim 1 ,3. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein said foot is aligned with said end to stabilize said housing when said housing is oriented at a 15 degree angle and said lid is in said open position4. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein said housing further comprises a spine and said lid is coupled to said housing at an upper portion of said spine.5. The cooking system of claim 1 , the cooking system further comprising a second foot claim 1 , said foot and said second foot being disposed at opposing sides of said housing.6. The cooking system of claim 5 , wherein said foot is larger in at least one dimension than said second foot.7. The cooking system of claim 6 , wherein said foot extends ...

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Номер записи: 79
29-04-2021 дата публикации

COOKING DEVICE AND COMPONENTS THEREOF

Номер: US20210121009A1
Автор: Deng Da, Denham Niall Christopher, Ferguson Samuel Andrew, Gill Aaron Michael, Guerin Thomas, Gursel Mete, Jackson Roger Neil, Lavins Nathaniel R., Leahy Ronan Patrick, Martin Chris, Richardson Ross, Stewart Scott James, Swanhart Mackenzie Lee, TATTERSFIELD ANDREW JOHN ROY, White Evan James, Zabel Naomi Kalia Williams
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Disclosed herein is a cooking system for cooking food, the system including a housing having a hollow interior, a lid movable relative to the housing, at least one heating element associated with one of the housing and the lid, wherein the cooking system is operable in a plurality of modes including a conductive cooking mode and a convective cooking mode, wherein in the conductive cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a conductive cooker and in the convective cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a convection cooker. 1. A cooking system for cooking food , the cooking system comprising:a housing defining a hollow chamber configured to receive a food container, said housing having an upper portion defining an opening to said hollow chamber;a food container having a hollow container interior and being positionable within said hollow chamber, wherein an end of said food container extends above said upper portion of said housing when said container is installed within said hollow chamber;a controller configured to operate the cooking system in a plurality of modes including a pressure cooking mode and a convective cooking mode, wherein in said pressure cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a pressure cooker and in said convective cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a convection cooker;a lid attachable to said housing and moveable between a first position that covers said upper portion of said housing and said opening to said hollow chamber when said food container is installed within said hollow chamber and a second position where said lid does not cover said opening to said hollow chamber; andat least one heating element disposed in said lid.2. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein said lid is configured to seal against and about said end of said food container claim 1 , sealing said container interior claim 1 , when said food container is installed within said hollow chamber and said cooking system is operating in said pressure ...

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Номер записи: 80
29-04-2021 дата публикации

COOKING DEVICE AND COMPONENTS THEREOF

Номер: US20210121010A1
Автор: Deng Da, Denham Niall Christopher, Ferguson Samuel Andrew, Gill Aaron Michael, Guerin Thomas, Gursel Mete, Jackson Roger Neil, Lavins Nathaniel R., Leahy Ronan Patrick, Martin Chris, Richardson Ross, Stewart Scott James, Swanhart Mackenzie Lee, TATTERSFIELD ANDREW JOHN ROY, White Evan James, Zabel Naomi Kalia Williams
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Disclosed herein is a cooking system for cooking food, the system including a housing having a hollow interior, a lid movable relative to the housing, at least one heating element associated with one of the housing and the lid, wherein the cooking system is operable in a plurality of modes including a conductive cooking mode and a convective cooking mode, wherein in the conductive cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a conductive cooker and in the convective cooking mode the cooking system is operable as a convection cooker. 1. A cooking system comprising:a housing defining a hollow chamber configured to receive food;a controller configured to operate the cooking system in a plurality of modes, said plurality of modes including:a conductive cooking mode employing a first heater,a convective cooking mode employing a second heater, anda combination cooking mode employing said first heating element and said second heating element,wherein said controller is configured to receive an initial user input that initiates said combination cooking mode, and switch operation between said first heating element and said second heating element following said initial user input and without further user input.2. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein in said conductive cooking mode claim 1 , the system is operable as a pressure cooker.3. The cooking system of claim 1 , wherein in said convective cooking mode the system is operable as an air fryer.5. The cooking system of claim 1 , further including a food container that is receivable in said hollow chamber and wherein food is receivable in said food container in both said pressure cooking mode and said convective cooking mode.6. The cooking device of claim 5 , wherein said food container includes a food support surface claim 5 , and food is receivable in said food container in contact with said food support surface in both said conductive cooking mode and said convective cooking mode.7. The cooking system of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 81
28-04-2016 дата публикации

Fajita meal serving apparatus

Номер: US20160113444A1
Автор: Brian Butler
Принадлежит: Individual

A fajita meal serving apparatus comprises a thermally-insulative serving platter defining an upper recessed area configured for securely receiving and supporting a serving plate, a two-way drawer disposed in a cavity under the upper recessed area of the serving platter, where the two-way drawer defines a circular recess configured for holding tortillas. The apparatus further includes first and second diametrically opposed handles formed in the serving platter.

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Номер записи: 82
18-04-2019 дата публикации

SMART CHARGER PLATE

Номер: US20190110643A1
Автор: Contreras Gloria, Ghimire Shankar
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A smart charger plate heater for heating dinner plates. The charger plate heater is configured to detect the use of the charger plate by sensing the temperature and weight, and automatically set a heating temperature to heat the charger plate after a time-period. Heating of one or more such charger plate may started/controlled by a mobile device using a single touch. The charger plate in use and not in use status is displayed in a layout format for easy view, heating control and identification of location of table/seat where a service is needed. 1. A flat and portable platform for heating a dinner plate , the platform comprising:at least a temperature sensor configured to sense a temperature of the food received in the dinner plate;a plurality of weight sensors installed at the bottom of the platform, the plurality of the weight sensors being configured to sense the weight of the food received in the dinner plate;a power storage element inside the platform;a heating element configured to heat the dinner plate placed on the platform;a control circuit configured to receive an electrical signal from the at least one temperature sensor and a plurality of weight sensors to control the operation of the heating element based on the received signal from the temperature sensor and the plurality of weight sensors; anda wireless transceiver communicating with a remote mobile device or a computer, the wireless transceiver being configured to transmit the sensed temperature and weight signal to the mobile device to display the sensed temperature of the platform.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to control the temperature of the platform based on the temperature signal received from the temperature sensor and weight signal received from the weight sensors.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the platform includes a display to display the target heating temperature and duration of the heating of the platform.4. The system according ...

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Номер записи: 83
18-04-2019 дата публикации

SECURED DELIVERY CONTAINER

Номер: US20190112119A1
Автор: Alexander Clayton, Leith Daren John, Timperi Mikko Juhani, Wakeham Christopher Thomas
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A secure delivery container can have a body with a chamber that can receive one or more items for delivery to an end recipient and a door actuatable to close the chamber in a locked position and open to allow access to the items. The container can have a heat transfer system with one or more heat transfer elements in thermal communication with one or more surfaces of the body that define the chamber and configured to heat or cool said one or more surfaces to heat or cool the delivery items in the chamber. The container can also have control circuitry configured to control the operation of the one or more heat transfer elements. The container can also have a transceiver configured to wirelessly communicate with a remote electronic device, the transceiver configured to receive information from the remote electronic device and communicate said information to the control circuitry, the transceiver configured to communicate operational information from the one or more heat transfer elements, or control circuitry to the remote electronic device. 1. A secure delivery container , comprising:a body having a chamber configured to receive one or more items for delivery to an end recipient;a door actuatable to close the chamber to enclose the delivery items in the chamber, and actuatable to allow access to the delivery items in the chamber; one or more heat transfer elements in thermal communication with one or more surfaces of the body that define the chamber and configured to heat or cool said one or more surfaces to heat or cool the delivery items in the chamber,', 'control circuitry configured to control the operation of the one or more heat transfer elements, and, 'a heat transfer system comprising'}a transceiver configured to wirelessly communicate with a remote electronic device, the transceiver configured to receive information from the remote electronic device and communicate said information to the control circuitry, the transceiver configured to communicate ...

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Номер записи: 84
25-04-2019 дата публикации

POLYIMIDE AEROGEL INSULATED PANEL ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190118521A1
Автор: Del Pinto James, Long Douglas, Sattayatam Panade
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A panel assembly that includes a core having first and second opposing major surfaces, a first laminate skin secured to the first major surface of the core, a second laminate skin secured to the second major surface of the core, and at least a first layer of polyimide aerogel incorporated into one of the first laminate skin or the second laminate skin. 1. A method of producing an insulated panel assembly , the method comprising the steps of:obtaining a core having first and second opposing major surfaces,obtaining a first ply of material,obtaining a first layer of polyimide aerogel,adhering the first layer of polyimide aerogel to the first ply of material to provide a first laminate skin,obtaining a second ply of material,obtaining a second layer of polyimide aerogel,adhering the second layer of polyimide aerogel to the second ply of material to provide a second laminate skin,positioning the first and second laminate skins adjacent to the first and second major surfaces of the core, respectively, to provide a panel assembly,pressing the panel assembly, andheating the panel assembly to provide the insulated panel assembly.2. The method of wherein the first laminate skin includes first and second plies that sandwich the first layer of polyimide aerogel therebetween.3. The method of wherein the second laminate skin includes first and second plies that sandwich the second layer of polyimide aerogel therebetween.4. The method of wherein the core is a honeycomb core.5. The method of further comprising the step of pouring a sol-gel mixture into the honeycomb core.6. The method of further comprising the step of infusing the honeycomb core with a polyimide aerogel.7. The method of wherein the step of infusing the honeycomb core with a polyimide aerogel is done by the steps of applying a polyimide aerogel producing mixture to one or more cells of the honeycomb core claim 6 , and supercritically drying the mixture to produce a layer of polyimide aerogel on the one or more ...

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Номер записи: 85
01-09-2022 дата публикации

MODULAR FOOD HOLDING SYSTEM

Номер: US20220273140A1
Автор: Veltrop Loren
Принадлежит: Marmon Foodservice Technologies, Inc.

A modular food holding system includes a plurality of individual modularized food holding chambers, each of the plurality of food holding chambers being physically and communicatively removably connected to one another. Each of the food holding chambers includes a food holding cavity and may further include a heating element and/or a cooling element for heating or cooling the food holding cavity. A chamber base is physically and communicatively removably connected to one of the food holding chambers and operation of at least one food holding chamber is controlled by the chamber base. A smart sensor is disposed within or connected to a food pan that is removably inserted within the food holding cavity of a food holding chamber. The smart sensor is configured to sense a characteristic of an interior environment of the food pan and communicate with the food holding chamber or the chamber base. 1. A food holding system comprising:a food holding chamber defining a food holding cavity;a heating element arranged to heat the food holding cavity;a food holding tray, wherein the food holding cavity is configured to receive the food holding tray;at least one sensor, the at least one sensor configured to output sensor data;a controller communicatively connected to the at least one sensor wherein the controller receives the sensor data and produces at least one control command to start a timer based upon the sensor data.2. The food holding system of claim 1 , wherein the food holding tray comprises the at least one sensor.3. The food holding system of claim 2 , wherein the sensor is configured to sense a characteristic of a food holding environment of the food holding cavity.4. The food holding system of claim 3 , wherein the sensor is in fluid communication with a headspace of the food holding tray.5. The food holding system of claim 4 , wherein the sensor is a temperature sensor and the characteristic is a temperature of the food holding environment.6. The food holding system ...

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Номер записи: 86
23-04-2020 дата публикации

Cabinet with enclosures for keeping food products at a hot temperature

Номер: US20200121129A1
Автор: WITTIG Franck
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Cabinet with enclosures for keeping food products at a hot temperature, in which each enclosure () is defined by two side walls (), a back wall (), a front face () that is open or can be opened, a top wall () and a bottom shelf (), each enclosure comprising, over the entire width thereof: 1. A cabinet with enclosures for keeping food products at a hot temperature , in which each enclosure is defined by two side walls , a back wall , a front face that is open or can be opened , a top wall and a bottom shelf , each enclosure comprising , over the entire width thereof ,on the outside and behind the bottom shelf, a cylindrical turbine for circulating air;at the base of the back wall, louvers for air to pass from inside the enclosure to the cylindrical turbine;in the bottom shelf, between a top face carrying the food products and a bottom face, a space for air to pass between the cylindrical turbine and a front hatch open toward the inside of the enclosure; andin the air passage space, heating elements distributed over the entire surface of the shelf, heating the top face of the shelf and the air circulated by the cylindrical turbine.2. The cabinet as claimed in wherein the front hatch open toward the inside of the enclosure is flanked at the front by a flap redirecting air circulating in the shelf upward and toward the inside of the enclosure.3. The cabinet as claimed in wherein the front face of the enclosure is provided with a swinging door. The invention concerns a cabinet with enclosures for keeping food products at a hot temperature. The invention more particularly concerns a cabinet with enclosures for keeping food products, such as cooked poultry or ready meals, at a temperature between 63° C. and 70° C. inclusive at the core of the products, whatever their location on a shelf of the enclosure. In fact, below 63° C. there is a pathogenic risk and above 70° C. there is further cooking of the products. The food products are packaged and accessible on a self-service ...

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Номер записи: 87
03-06-2021 дата публикации

Device for transporting and heating food and procedures for operation of such a device

Номер: US20210161328A1
Автор: Christopher Piernikosch
Принадлежит: Vorwerk and Co Interholding GmbH

The present invention relates to a device (1) for the transport and heating of foodstuffs, comprising a housing (2) including at least one receiving space (3), at least one heating means (5), and at least one control device (6), wherein the heating means (5) is controllable using the control device (6), and wherein using the heating means (5), energy for the heating of foodstuffs is introducible at least into the receiving space (3), as well as a method for operating such a device. A device (1) for for the transport and for the heating of foodstuffs and a method for operation, wherein the energy requirement for the heating of foodstuffs is optimized, are realized by the heating means (5) including at least one first heating zone (5a) and one second heating zone (5b), and that the first heating zone (5a) and the second heating zone (5b) are controllable independently of each other.

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Номер записи: 88
17-05-2018 дата публикации

AUTOMATIC FOOD PRODUCT LOADING SYSTEM

Номер: US20180132662A1
Автор: JR. Eugene, LEHMAN Lon, TIPPMANN
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A cooking unit includes a plurality of vertically oriented cooking slots and a loader for staging a volume of individual food products for transfer to the plurality of vertically oriented cooking slots. The loader is configured to position a plurality of individual food products in a first orientation, and the loader is configured to change the orientation of the plurality of individual food products to a second orientation for parallel transfer of the plurality of individual food products from the loader to the plurality of cooking slots. The loader may be rotatable rotatable between a first orientation, where each of the load slots is oriented to support a single food product, and a second orientation, where a plurality of single food products moves from a respective one of the plurality of load slots to a respective one of the plurality of vertically oriented cooking slots. 1. A cooking unit , comprising:a plurality of vertically oriented cooking slots, each of the plurality of vertically oriented cooking slots including heating or cooking surfaces positioned a spaced distance from each other on opposite sides of each of the plurality of vertically oriented cooking slots; anda loader unit including a plurality of load slots, the loader unit rotatable between a first orientation, where each of the load slots is oriented to support a single food product, and a second orientation, where a plurality of single food products moves from a respective one of the plurality of load slots to a respective one of the plurality of vertically oriented cooking slots.2. The cooking unit of claim 1 , including a food storage system for holding the plurality of single food products.3. The cooking unit of claim 2 , wherein the food storage system is cooled.4. The cooking unit of claim 2 , including at least one cartridge for the storage of uncooked single food products.5. The cooking unit of claim 4 , including a food transfer system for moving single food products from the at least ...

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Номер записи: 89
28-05-2015 дата публикации

COVER FOR HOLDING TRAY

Номер: US20150144635A1
Автор: LOASE Bradley, Shields Michael
Принадлежит: Henny Penny Corporation

A holding apparatus comprises a tray configured to hold food product therein, a holding portion configured to hold the tray therein, and a cover configured to cover the tray held in the holding portion. The cover comprises a covering portion, a pair of flange portions, the covering portion being disposed between the pair of flange portions, and a channel formed in each of the flange portions. The channel comprises a first portion extending from an edge of each of the flange portions, a supporting portion, and a second portion formed between the first portion and the supporting portion. The holding apparatus further comprises a projecting portion disposed on the holding apparatus and configured to be coupled to the channel such that the cover is suspended in the holding portion via contact between the projecting portion and the supporting portion of the channel. 1. A holding apparatus comprising:a tray configured to hold food product therein;a holding portion configured to hold the tray therein; a covering portion;', 'a pair of flange portions, the covering portion being disposed between the pair of flange portions; and', 'a channel formed in each of the flange portions,', 'wherein the channel comprises a first portion extending from an edge of each of the flange portions, a supporting portion, and a second portion formed between the first portion and the supporting portion; and, 'a cover configured to cover the tray held in the holding portion, the cover comprisinga projecting portion disposed on the holding apparatus and configured to be coupled to the channel such that the cover is suspended in the holding portion via contact between the projecting portion and the supporting portion of the channel.2. The holding apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the first portion and the supporting portion are substantially vertically formed and the second portion is substantially horizontally formed joining the first portion with the supporting portion.3. The holding apparatus of ...

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Номер записи: 90
30-04-2020 дата публикации

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR SELF-SERVICE FOOD DISTRIBUTION

Номер: US20200134959A1
Автор: Lundin John
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A food distribution system comprising an electronic locking food storage device, wherein users interact with a software application to purchase food items from the system, track their orders, and can view multiple container systems and their locations when selecting items to purchase. Controllers and stockers of the food sales system can use the application to remotely lock and control the food sales system, monitor inventory, and review sales data from the purchases. 1. A method for automated food distribution comprising:(a) providing a food storage system comprising a container and a locking mechanism, wherein said locking mechanism comprises wireless connectivity capability;(b) adding one or more food items inside of the container;(c) locking the container once the food items have been placed inside the container for purchase;(d) offering the food items stored inside of the container for purchase through one or more electronic means;(e) purchasing one or more food items stored inside of the container through the electronic means;(f) sending a command to the locking mechanism to unlock the container, wherein afterwards the container is unlocked by the locking mechanism;(g) opening the container and collecting the one or more food items that were purchased through the application;(h) closing the container of the food storage system; and(i) locking the locking mechanism automatically once the container is closed.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the container comprises functionality to be temperature controlled.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising unlocking the locking mechanism through a manual code entered on a keypad connected to the food storage system.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising storing information about any food items removed from the container while the locking mechanism is not connected to the Internet.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein a number and a type of food items remaining in the food storage system is updated in the ...

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Номер записи: 91
16-05-2019 дата публикации

AIR-BASED FRYER

Номер: US20190142217A1
Автор: Sladecek Marcel
Принадлежит: KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V.

Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an air-based fryer, comprising: a food preparation chamber (); a heating device (); an airflow generating device () configured to enable air heated by the heating device () to form an airflow to heat food in the food preparation chamber (); a first temperature sensing device () located nearby or on the heating device () and configured to detect a temperature of a surface of the heating device (); and a controller () configured to control operation of the heating device () based on the temperature of the surface of the heating device () detected by the first temperature sensing device (). The air-based fryer reduces the generation of fume by restricting the surface temperature of the heating device. 1. An air-based fryer , comprising:a food preparation chamber;a heating device;an airflow generating device configured to enable air heated by the heating device to form an airflow to heat food in the food preparation chamber;a first temperature sensing device located nearby or on the heating device and configured to detect a temperature of a surface of the heating device;a second temperature sensing device configured to detect a temperature of airflow for hearing food in the food preparation chamber,a controller configured to control operation of the heating device based on the temperature of the surface of the heating device detected by the first temperature sensing device and the temperature of the airflow detected by the second temperature sensing device andwherein the controller is configured to control power of the heating device based on the temperature of the surface of the heating device detected by the first temperature sensing device, to enable the temperature of the surface of the heating device below a predetermined surface temperature value, wherein the predetermined surface temperature value is equal to or lower than a smoke point temperature of the food to be prepared.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. ...

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Номер записи: 92
07-05-2020 дата публикации

METHODS FOR PROLONGING THE QUALITY OF WARM FOODS

Номер: US20200138238A1
Автор: Brahmbhatt Hemal, Gromowski Paul, Plassmeyer Gary
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Methods for prolonging the quality of a warm food item after the warm food item is prepared, the methods including the steps of placing the warm food item in a thermally insulated enclosure, maintaining the temperature in the thermally insulated enclosure within a predetermined temperature range based on the type of warm food item, maintaining the temperature in the thermally insulated enclosure by blowing heated air over the warm food item, and maintaining the moisture level within the thermally insulated enclosure within a predetermined moisture range based on the type of warm food item. 1. A method for prolonging the quality of a warm food item after the warm food item is prepared , the method comprising the steps of:placing the warm food item in a thermally insulated enclosure;maintaining the temperature in the thermally insulated enclosure within a predetermined temperature range based on the type of warm food item by blowing heated air over the warm food item; andmaintaining the moisture level within the thermally insulated enclosure within a predetermined moisture range based on the type of warm food item.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein blowing heated air over the warm food item includes directing heated ;air towards the bottom of the warm food item.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein blowing heated air over the warm food item includes directing heated air towards the top of the warm food item.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein blowing heated air over the warm food item includes directing heated air towards the side of the warm food item.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein maintaining the temperature in the thermally insulated enclosure includes irradiating the warm food item with infrared radiation.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein irradiating the warm food item includes irradiating the top of the warm food item with infrared radiation.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the warm food item is a pizza pie and the predetermined temperature range is between ...

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Номер записи: 93
01-06-2017 дата публикации

DEVICE FOR STORING, MARINATING, TRANSPORTING AND SERVING FOOD INCLUDING WARMING COVER AND CUTTING BOARD AND METHOD THEREFOR

Номер: US20170150744A1
Автор: Wangler Eric J.
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An apparatus for marinating a food in a marinade, storing the food during marination, keeping the food warm after cooking, and supporting the food for cutting is provided, the apparatus including a vacuum-sealable marination chamber; a warming chamber; and a cutting board. 1. A method of marinating a food comprising of steps of:a) providing a chamber sized and shaped for receiving the food to be marinated;b) placing the food in the chamber;c) placing a lid over the chamber in sealing relationship therewith;d) providing a vacuum port communicating between an interior and an exterior of the chamber;e) sealably joining a vacuum pump to the vacuum port;f) using the vacuum pump to create a vacuum within the chamber;g) maintaining the vacuum in the chamber until the food is marinated; andh) thereafter releasing the vacuum from the chamber and removing the marinated food from the chamber.2. The method according to including the step of:a) providing a one way valve at the vacuum port to allow the vacuum to be drawn in the chamber after which removing the vacuum pump and maintaining the vacuum by the valve until the food is marinated.3. The method according to including the step of:a) providing the valve with a manual release thereby allowing a user to manually release the vacuum from the chamber through the vacuum port when the food is finished marinating.4. The method according to including the steps of:a) providing a surface on the lid;b) removing the marinated food from the chamber after marination and placing the marinated food on the lid; and thereafterc) further processing the marinated food on the lid. This application is a continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. 13/867,221, filed Apr. 22, 2013, which is incorporated by reference herein.An apparatus for vacuum marinating food such as meat and vegetables, keeping the food warm after cooking, and cutting the cooked food, and which eliminates the need for a separate platter upon which to place the cooked food, and ...

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Номер записи: 94
09-06-2016 дата публикации

Chafing dish with fitted food pan carrier ring

Номер: US20160157676A1
Автор: Difante Agostino
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An apparatus for transporting hot food pans to a chafing dish, including a frame for holding a hot water pan, a hot water pan, a food pan carrier ring, a food pan and lid. The food pan carrier ring configured to overlay the rim of the hot water pan and configured to accept a food pan within the interior of the ring. The ring is capable of being vertically lifted to capture the food pan within the ring and transport the food pan to the chafing dish. The food pan and ring is inserted into the chafing dish. Later the ring is used to lift the food pan out of the chafing dish and transport it to the kitchen. 1. A food pan carrier ring and a chafing dish assembly comprising:a chafing dish frame for holding a hot water pan,a food pan carrier ring configured to be placed on the rim of the hot water pan,a hot food pan fitted within the food carrier ring,a food carrier ring configured to hold a hot food pan,a chafing dish lid configured to fit on the rim of the food pan carrier ring.2. The food pan carrier ring comprising:a food pan carrier ring configured to generally match the configuration of the rim of the hot water pan and generally lay over the rim;a food pan carrier ring configured to generally match the configuration of the rim of the hot water pan, and configured to allow the insertion of a food pan with the interior of the ring,a food pan carrier ring configured to sufficiently capture the rim of the hot food pan and transport it to a desired location.3. The food pan carrier ring of wherein:said food pan carrier ring is configured to fit over the rim of the hot water pan;said food carrier ring is configured to allow insertion of a food pan within the interior of the ring;said food carrier ring is configured to slide up from the underside of the hot food pan such that the underside of the hot food pan rim rests on the top surface of the rim of the food pan carrier ring, and transported to a desired location,said hot food pan carrier ring is configured to generally ...

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Номер записи: 95
14-05-2020 дата публикации

TIMER TRANSFER SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR FOOD HOLDING DEVICES

Номер: US20200146504A1
Автор: PATTERSON Nicholas M.
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A system for storing food products at predetermined temperatures includes a food product receiving holding cabinet, a first storage bin in the holding cabinet for receiving a tray, a temperature control device that is in thermal communication with the tray, and a controller that transfers a selected timer by touching a user interface of the holding cabinet, thereby designating the selected timer for transfer to be associated with the first storage bin. 1. A system for storing food products at predetermined temperatures , comprising:a food product receiving holding cabinet;a first storage bin in the holding cabinet for receiving a tray;a temperature control device that is in thermal communication with the tray; anda controller that transfers a selected timer by touching a user interface of the holding cabinet, thereby designating the selected timer for transfer to be associated with the first storage bin.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the user interface displays a first displayed food product timer button in a first section that is associated with the first storage bin claim 1 , and wherein the controller detects when the first displayed food product timer button is contacted by (1) a single touch and (2) multiple touches simultaneously.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , when the first displayed food product timer button is contacted by a single touch claim 2 , a first timer is activated that is then displayed in the first section.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , when the first displayed food product timer button is contacted by multiple touches simultaneously claim 2 , a list having at least a second timer that has already been activated is displayed.5. The system of claim 4 , wherein the second timer is displayed in the list as a second timer button claim 4 , and wherein the user interface is contacted at the second timer button to transfer the second timer that is the selected timer to be displayed in the first section.6. The system of ...

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Номер записи: 96
14-06-2018 дата публикации

FOOD SERVING STATION AND ASSOCIATED APPLIANCES AND METHODS

Номер: US20180160854A1
Автор: Bigott James W., Jennings Brent, Lines Randy, MARTIN Dave
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Food preparation apparatus and associated appliance modules and methods. Appliances modules can be selectively docked at docks of an appliance interface of a base. An appliance module includes a food container support surface movable between cooking and holding positions. An appliance module includes a receptacle having a holding well that can be selectively configured in a generally horizontal position or an inclined position. 1. An appliance for holding food in a food container at a desired holding temperature , the appliance comprising:a housing,a receptacle operatively supported by the housing, the receptacle having a food container receiving space sized for receiving a food container, a lower portion of the food container receiving space and at least one side portion of the food container receiving space being bounded by the receptacle, the receptacle including at least one food conditioning element for holding food in the food container at a desired holding temperature when the food container is received in the food container receiving space,wherein the receptacle is movable with respect to the housing between a generally horizontal position and an inclined position for selectively holding the food container in the generally horizontal position and the inclined position, the receptacle in the inclined position having a first end positioned higher than an opposite second end, the at least one food conditioning element being movable with the receptacle between the generally horizontal position and the inclined position.2. An appliance as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the at least one food conditioning element is carried by the receptacle for movement with the receptacle to the inclined position.3. An appliance as set forth in claim 2 , wherein the receptacle includes a shell having an interior claim 2 , and the at least one food conditioning element is housed in the interior of the shell.4. An appliance as set forth in claim 1 , wherein the receptacle is ...

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Номер записи: 97
04-09-2014 дата публикации

COMPACT HOLDING CABINET

Номер: US20140246966A1
Автор: Nevarez Roberto
Принадлежит: MANITOWOC FOODSERVICE COMPANIES, LLC

A food holding cabinet for holding food with a carrier that can be moved in and out of the cabinet be either a front door or a rear door. The food holding cabinet comprises an assembly with slots and fixtures that facilitate the motion of the carrier. 1. A food holding cabinet comprising:a housing that comprises a front door and a rear door disposed in a front panel and a rear panel, respectively; anda carrier that is movable from a first position entirely within said housing to one of a second position and a third position outside of said front door and said rear door, respectively, and that carries one or more food carrying trays, that are placed on and removed from said carrier when in said second position and said third position.2. The food holding cabinet of claim 1 , wherein said carrier comprises a guide that pushes said front door open if being moved from said first position to said second position and pushes said rear door open if moving from said first position to said third position.3. The food holding cabinet of claim 1 , further comprising an assembly that permits said carrier to move between said first position and said second third positions.4. The food holding cabinet of claim 3 , wherein said assembly comprises a first rail and a second rail disposed on opposite sides of said carrier and first and second fixtures disposed on opposite sides of said housing in contact with said first and second rails claim 3 , respectively.5. The food holding cabinet of claim 4 , wherein each of said first and second rails comprises a longitudinal slot that mates with a corresponding one of said first and second fixtures to provide a sliding motion to said carrier.6. The food holding cabinet of claim 5 , wherein said longitudinal slot is a first longitudinal slot claim 5 , wherein each of said first and second rails comprises a second longitudinal slot that mates with a corresponding one of said first and second fixtures to provide a sliding motion to said carrier ...

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Номер записи: 98
11-09-2014 дата публикации

Food Preparation Appliance

Номер: US20140251164A1
Автор: Alipour Ehsan, Moinzadeh Farshad, Strecker Joseph Benjamin
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A food preparation apparatus includes a thermal fluid reservoir formed with an internal cavity for holding a thermal transfer fluid. A fluid transfer unit circulates the thermal transfer fluid through the reservoir and through a thermal transfer unit. The thermal fluid reservoir may be formed into a food receptacle with a thermal contact surface for the reservoir coincident with a food contact surface in the receptacle. Alternatively, a food receptacle may be formed separately from the reservoir and may either attach to the thermal contact surface or may be easily removable. Embodiments may selectively heat or cool food in the food receptacle by transferring thermal energy between the thermal transfer fluid and the thermal contact surface. A setpoint temperature is accurately maintained everywhere on the thermal transfer surface to avoid hot spots or cold spots in the food receptacle.

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Номер записи: 99
30-05-2019 дата публикации

HOT AND COLD SHELF ASSEMBLY WITH REPLACEABLE HEATING ELEMENTS

Номер: US20190162485A1
Автор: Wenzel Gerhard
Принадлежит: HATCO CORPORATION

A thermal management unit includes a panel and a cooling element. The panel is manufactured from a thermally conductive metallic material. The cooling element is configured to perform a cooling operation. The cooling element is positioned to selectively cool the panel. 1. A thermal management unit comprising:a panel manufactured from a thermally conductive metallic material; anda cooling element configured to perform a cooling operation, wherein the cooling element is positioned to selectively cool the panel.2. The thermal management unit of claim 1 , further comprising a plate disposed between the cooling element and the panel.3. The thermal management unit of claim 2 , wherein the plate is manufactured from a thermally conductive material.4. The thermal management unit of claim 2 , further comprising a heating element configured to perform a heating operation claim 2 , wherein the heating element is positioned to selectively heat the panel.5. The thermal management unit of claim 4 , wherein the cooling element is positioned beneath a bottom surface of the plate and the heating element is positioned above a top surface of the plate.6. The thermal management unit of claim 4 , wherein the plate is a first plate claim 4 , further comprising a second plate positioned between the heating element and the first plate.7. The thermal management unit of claim 1 , wherein the panel is configured to interface with a slab such that the thermal management unit thermally regulates a temperature of the slab claim 1 , and wherein the slab is manufactured from a non-metallic material.8. The thermal management unit of claim 1 , further comprising an enclosure including a base and a sidewall that extends around the base claim 1 , wherein the base and the sidewall cooperatively define a cavity that receives the cooling element.9. The thermal management unit of claim 8 , further comprising a thermal break positioned between the sidewall of the enclosure and the panel.10. The thermal ...

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Номер записи: 100