A beverage dispenser includes a source of a base fluid, a source of a concentrate, and an assembly configured to receive and dispense the base fluid and the concentrate together as a mixed beverage having a predetermined base fluid-to-concentrate ratio. An actuator is configured to control flow of the base fluid and the concentrate to the assembly. The assembly is configured to premix a first portion of the base fluid with the concentrate to form a premixed concentrate, and to then dispense a combination of the premixed concentrate and a second portion of the base fluid as the mixed beverage having the predetermined base fluid-to-concentrate ratio. The actuation of the actuator causes an uninterrupted dispense of the base fluid and the concentrate from the source of the base fluid and the source of the concentrate, respectively, to the assembly, and from the assembly to a consumer of the mixed beverage.
A refrigeration subsystem removably received within a base machine to cool an object. The subsystem includes a body with an opening that receives the object. An evaporator thermally communicates with the object, which is cooled by refrigerant flowing through the evaporator. A compressor receives the refrigerant downstream of the evaporator and increases a refrigerant pressure. A condenser receives the refrigerant downstream of the compressor, which cools the refrigerant. An expansion device receives the refrigerant downstream of the condenser and decreases its pressure, the evaporator being downstream from the expansion device. A refrigerant circuit fluidly couples the evaporator, compressor, condenser, and expansion device such that the refrigerant flows therebetween, all of which are coupled to the body and move together therewith. The refrigerant circuit forms a closed loop that remains unbroken when the body of the refrigerant subsystem is removed from the base machine.
A beverage dispensing machine includes a dispensing valve having a first flow path configured to dispense a first fluid and a second flow path configured to dispense a second fluid such that the first fluid and the second fluid mix downstream and form a mixed beverage. A flow control device regulates flow rate of the first fluid through the first flow path, and a shutoff valve selectively closes to stop flow of the first fluid through the first flow path. A sensor is configured to sense the flow rate of the first fluid, and a controller automatically controls the flow control device to adjust the flow rate of the first fluid and thereby obtain a desired fluid ratio of the mixed beverage.
A device having a platform configured to support the food products, a driving system configured to move the device, and a location detector configured to identify the location of the device within the area. A control system is configured to control the driving system based on the location of the device identified by the location detector, where the control system is configured to move the device along a primary path defined between a starting point and an ending point and to one or more fulfilment positions therebetween. The food products are received on the platform when the device moves to the one or more fulfilment positions.
A47J 31/40 - Beverage-making apparatus with dispensing means for adding a measured quantity of ingredients, e.g. coffee, water, sugar, cocoa, milk, tea
A47J 31/41 - Beverage-making apparatus with dispensing means for adding a measured quantity of ingredients, e.g. coffee, water, sugar, cocoa, milk, tea of liquid ingredients
A47J 31/10 - Coffee-making apparatus, in which the brewing vessel is placed above or in the upper part of the beverage containersDrip coffee-makers
B67D 1/08 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught Details
B67D 1/00 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught
G07F 13/06 - Coin-freed apparatus for controlling dispensing of fluids, semiliquids or granular material from reservoirs with selective dispensing of different fluids or materials or mixtures thereof
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BEVERAGE DISPENSING MACHINES FOR DISPENSING MIXED BEVERAGES WITH ONE OR MORE GASES INJECTED THEREIN
A beverage dispensing machine for dispensing a mixed beverage has a first inlet configured to receive a concentrate; a second inlet configured to receive a base fluid; a gas inlet configured to receive a gas; a gas injection device configured to pulsate the gas into the concentrate such that the gas agitates the concentrate and is injected into the concentrate to form a gas -injected concentrate; and a dispensing valve configured to dispense the base fluid and the gas-injected concentrate.
A47J 31/40 - Beverage-making apparatus with dispensing means for adding a measured quantity of ingredients, e.g. coffee, water, sugar, cocoa, milk, tea
A47J 31/44 - Parts or details of beverage-making apparatus
(1) Storage racks for merchandise; display racks for merchandise; shelf management and organization systems in the nature of storage racks, display racks, and shelves for storing and displaying merchandise; storage and display racks for merchandise, particularly having pushers that automatically move the merchandise towards a point of dispense; storage racks and shelves for displaying merchandise and configured to optimize the quantity of merchandize on display
A product display unit for displaying products includes a track defining a non-linear path and a pusher that moves along the non-linear path. The pusher is configured to move the products along the non-linear path.
A system for automatically dispensing beverages according to a drink order. The system includes a conveyor that conveys a plurality of cup holders in and between a cup receiving location, a dispensing location, and a serving location. A cup dispenser is configured to dispense a cup into each of the plurality of cup holders at the cup receiving location. A plurality of additive dispensers is configured to dispense additives to the cup at the dispensing location. A controller is configured to receive the drink order, create a recipe from the drink order and link the recipe with one of the plurality of cup holders via a marker, dispense a cup to the cup holder via the cup dispenser, and thereafter control the conveyor and the plurality of additive dispensers so that the cup is filled with a beverage according to the recipe and then conveyed to the serving location.
B67D 1/00 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught
A47J 31/40 - Beverage-making apparatus with dispensing means for adding a measured quantity of ingredients, e.g. coffee, water, sugar, cocoa, milk, tea
A47J 31/41 - Beverage-making apparatus with dispensing means for adding a measured quantity of ingredients, e.g. coffee, water, sugar, cocoa, milk, tea of liquid ingredients
A47J 31/44 - Parts or details of beverage-making apparatus
A beverage dispenser has a diluent manifold that dispensing a first diluent, a second diluent, or a mixed diluent to a beverage dispensing valve that receives and dispense the first diluent, the second diluent, or the mixed diluent with a concentrate from a concentrate source. The diluent manifold has a first inlet configured to receive the first diluent, a second inlet configured to receive the second diluent and an outlet that dispenses the first diluent, the second diluent, or a mixed diluent comprising the first diluent and the second diluent. A flow control spool is included that selectively permits the first diluent, the second diluent, or both the first diluent and the second diluent to convey through the diluent manifold such that the first diluent, the second diluent, or the mixed diluent dispenses from the outlet.
A beverage dispensing machine includes a valve body configured to receive a first fluid and a second fluid and dispense the first fluid through a first orifice and the second fluid through a second orifice. A first valve seal is movable to open and close the first orifice, and a second valve seal is movable to open and close the second orifice. An arm is pivotally coupled to the valve body, and pivoting of the arm relative to the valve body moves the first valve seal and the second valve seal and thereby opens the first orifice and the second orifice. The machine also includes a solenoid valve configured to pivot the arm, and a handle with a leg that is pivotable into and between a rest position in which the valve seals are closed and an active position in which the valve seals are open. As the handle moves from the rest position to the active position, the leg acts on the solenoid valve such that the arm pivots and the valve seals open.
modular storage racks for holding slideable food and beverage products specially adapted for electric coolers and refrigerators; storage racks specially adapted for electric coolers and refrigerators Display shelves for electric coolers and refrigerators; shelf organization system for displays for electric coolers and refrigerators; beverage shelf management and organization system comprising shelves; non-metal beverage shelf organizers
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INSERTS AND NOZZLE ASSEMBLIES FOR BEVERAGE DISPENSERS
An insert for use with a beverage dispenser includes a diffuser having an upstream end configured to receive the first base fluid, a downstream end with an outlet configured to dispense the first base fluid, and a center bore extending between the upstream end and the downstream end along an axis. A stem is disposed in the center bore of the diffuser and has a first end configured to receive a second base fluid and an opposite second end with an outlet configured to dispense the second base fluid. The outlet of the diffuser is upstream from the outlet of the stem such that the first base fluid dispensed from the outlet of the diffuser mixes with an additive fluid before the second base fluid dispensed from the outlet of the stem mixes with the additive fluid.
B67D 1/00 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught
A47J 31/41 - Beverage-making apparatus with dispensing means for adding a measured quantity of ingredients, e.g. coffee, water, sugar, cocoa, milk, tea of liquid ingredients
A beverage dispensing valve includes a housing defining a chamber with an inlet for receiving a fluid and an outlet for dispensing the fluid. A piston is located in the chamber and subjected to a fluid pressure exerted by the fluid received via the inlet. The piston is moved axially in the chamber by the fluid pressure such that the piston determines a flow characteristic of the fluid dispensed via the outlet. A plunger is received in the chamber, and the fluid pressure tends to move the piston towards the plunger. A spring tends to move the piston away from the plunger, against the fluid pressure. The plunger is axially registered in the chamber in discrete plunger positions, and each plunger position sets a discrete limit on axial movement of the piston thereby determining a predetermined flow characteristic of the fluid dispensed via the outlet.
Dispensing nozzles and systems for dispensing edible products include a nozzle sleeve and a nozzle insert. The nozzle sleeve defines an open interior and the nozzle insert is positioned within the nozzle sleeve. A base inlet and a flavoring inlet are defined in the nozzle insert. The nozzle sleeve and the nozzle insert are configured to mix a base substance with a flavoring substance.
A cleaning system for a food substance dispenser (10, 100) includes a first cleaning solution reservoir (52) configured to contain a first cleaning solution such as soap. A second cleaning solution reservoir (54) is configured to contain a second cleaning solution such as sanitizer. At least one pump (58) is fluidly connected to the first (52) and second (54) cleaning solution reservoir and to at least one flexible tube (45) of the dispenser (10, 100). A controller (44) is communicatively connected to the at least one pump (58) and operates the pump to selectively circulate the first cleaning solution and the second cleaning solution through the flexible tubing (45) of the dispenser (10, 100).
Point of purchase displays; merchandising racks; display sales gondolas; merchandising stands; storage racks; display racks; portable folding display racks and merchandising stands; display boards; display tables; free-standing panel units for exhibitions, displays and partitioning; furniture, namely, sales and display counters; retail display units; folding shelves; foldable merchandising display, merchandising and shelving system comprised of metal or plastic brackets
Systems and methods of custom dispensing present a plurality of custom dispense options to a user. At least one user selection is received. A recipe ID representative of the at least one selection is created. The at least one selection of the custom dispense is dispensed. The custom dispense options may include a flavoring, a conduit, or a size of a dispense. A recipe ID may be encoded in an image including a bar code or quick response code. The recipe ID may facilitate communication between a point-of-sale system and a dispenser.
G06Q 30/06 - Buying, selling or leasing transactions
G07F 13/06 - Coin-freed apparatus for controlling dispensing of fluids, semiliquids or granular material from reservoirs with selective dispensing of different fluids or materials or mixtures thereof
G06Q 20/32 - Payment architectures, schemes or protocols characterised by the use of specific devices using wireless devices
A beverage mixing assembly for mixing a gas into a liquid to thereby form a solution includes a mixer body having a first upstream inlet configured to receive the gas, a second upstream inlet configured to receive the liquid, and a downstream outlet configured to dispense the solution from the mixer body. The first upstream inlet defines a first orifice configured to spray the gas into the mixer body and the second upstream inlet defines a second orifice configured to spray the liquid into the mixer body such that the gas collides into the liquid as the liquid conveys from the second upstream inlet to the downstream outlet to thereby mix into the liquid and form the solution.
A beverage dispensing head includes a housing having a front, a rear, and a base that extends between the front and the rear. A mixing nozzle is configured to dispense a flow of beverage via the base. A valve is configured to control the flow of beverage via the mixing nozzle, and a switch is movable into and between a closed position in which the valve opens the flow of beverage via the mixing nozzle and an open position in which the valve closes the flow of beverage via the mixing nozzle. A lighting module disposed in the housing is configured to illuminate the front of the housing and the base of the housing when the switch is moved into the closed position.
A beverage machine has a gas dissolution assembly that includes a pressure vessel having an open end and a top cap that couples with the open end of the pressure vessel. The top cap has a gas inlet through which a gas to be infused into the beverage flows. A clamping mechanism clamps the top cap onto the open end of the pressure vessel. A gas infusing device that is coupled to the gas inlet has a porous element that infuses the gas into the beverage.
A beverage machine includes a valve that receives a base fluid and dispenses a mixed beverage comprising the base fluid and an additive fluid. The valve has a bore through which the base fluid flows, and the bore has a perimetral surface that defines a plurality of ports through which the additive fluid is injected to thereby mix with the base fluid. An injector is coupled to the valve and configured to radially inject the additive fluid into the base fluid through the plurality of ports as the base fluid flows through the bore such that the additive fluid mixes into the base fluid to form the mixed beverage.
A batch gasification assembly comprises a pressure vessel having an open end and being configured to contain a beverage to be carbonated and a flexible seal that covers the open end of the pressure vessel. A closure mechanism for the pressure vessel comprises a retainer configured to receive and retain the open end of the pressure vessel, a top cap, and an over-center clamping mechanism that is configured to clamp the top cap onto the open end of the pressure vessel so that the flexible seal member is sandwiched between the top cap and the open end of the pressure vessel.
A cooling system for rapidly cooling a beverage comprises a cooling channel configured to convey a beverage from upstream to downstream and a nozzle. The cooling channel includes an inner peripheral surface and the nozzle sprays the beverage on the inner peripheral surface such that the beverage is conveyed by gravity along the inner peripheral surface. The beverage cools as the beverage is conveyed by gravity along the inner peripheral surface such that the beverage is cooled by condensation and convection. The nozzle is further configured to reduce the pressure of the beverage such that the beverage cools due to expansion and reduction of pressure. The cooling system can also include a cooling media circulation system, a cooling media refrigeration system, and a post-chill coil.
A product display merchandiser comprising a tray, a spring biased pusher slidable within the tray, and a visual indicator comprising at least one light activated by a switch, the switch configured to be actuated when the pusher is within a predetermined portion of the tray.
A product display merchandiser comprising a track, a pusher configured to move along the track, a biasing mechanism configured to apply a force on the pusher in one direction along the track, and a distance sensor configured to detect the distance between the pusher and a fixed point. The distance sensor determines the number of products contained in the product display merchandiser based on the distance measured.
A beverage post mixer(10) axially extends from upstream to downstream. The beverage post mixer(10) comprises a mixer body(30) having an upstream inlet end(32) that receives a base fluid(21) and at least one additive fluid(22) and a downstream outlet end(34) that discharges a mixed beverage(24) that is formed from the base fluid(21) and the additive fluid(22), and a static mixer(80) disposed between the upstream inlet and downstream outlet. The static mixer(80) comprises at least one inclined blade(86) that is configured to mix the base fluid(21) and the additive fluid(22) to form the mixed beverage(24).
A47J 31/41 - Beverage-making apparatus with dispensing means for adding a measured quantity of ingredients, e.g. coffee, water, sugar, cocoa, milk, tea of liquid ingredients
A beverage dispensing system comprises a user interface system having a digital display, the user interface system configured to receive a beverage selection from a user, and a beverage dispenser having a plurality of beverage sources, the beverage dispenser operable to control a flow of beverage from one or more of the beverage sources in accordance with the beverage selection. A surface electroacoustic transducer is attached to a portion of the digital display or the beverage dispenser that, in response to receiving the beverage selection, conducts vibration into the portion of the digital display or the beverage dispenser to produce a sound from that portion.
A beverage dispensing machine which defines a service opening through which beverage dispensing equipment is accessible to an operator includes a service door on a housing that is movable between an open position, such that the beverage dispensing equipment is accessible to an operator via the service opening, and a closed position, such that the service door closes the service opening so that the beverage dispensing equipment is inaccessible to the operator. A display panel on the service door displays operational characteristics of the beverage dispensing equipment. When the service door is in the open position the display panel is maneuverable so that the display panel is angled towards the service opening so that an operator can view the display panel while accessing the beverage dispensing equipment via the service opening.
B67D 7/00 - Apparatus or devices for transferring liquids from bulk storage containers or reservoirs into vehicles or into portable containers, e.g. for retail sale purposes
E05D 3/06 - Hinges with pins with two or more pins
E05D 7/082 - Hinges or pivots of special construction for use in suspensions comprising two spigots placed at opposite edges of the wing, especially at the top and the bottom, e.g. trunnions the pivot axis of the wing being situated at a considerable distance from the edges of the wing
E05D 7/085 - Hinges or pivots of special construction for use in suspensions comprising two spigots placed at opposite edges of the wing, especially at the top and the bottom, e.g. trunnions the pivot axis of the wing being situated at a considerable distance from the edges of the wing with a movable pivot axis with two or more pivot axes, e.g. used at the same time
E05D 15/26 - Suspension arrangements for wings for folding wings
E05D 15/28 - Suspension arrangements for wings supported on arms movable in horizontal plane
E05D 15/32 - Suspension arrangements for wings supported on arms movable in horizontal plane with two pairs of pivoted arms
E05D 15/34 - Suspension arrangements for wings supported on arms movable in horizontal plane with two pairs of pivoted arms with wings opening parallel to themselves
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SEMI-AUTOMATED BEVERAGE DISPENSING MACHINES AND METHODS
Food product dispensing machines and methods for dispensing food product into a cup. The food product dispensing machine includes a cup holder having a target element, a sensor that senses the target element, and a controller. The cup holder is configured to hold a cup such that the cup prevents the sensor from sensing at least a portion of the target element. The controller determines whether a cup is present in the cup holder and/or a size of the cup based on a remaining portion of the target element that is sensed by the sensor when the cup is held by the cup holder. Drive mechanisms are configured to move the first and second cup holders along first and second radial paths, respectively, with respect to the common dispensing position. An indicator is configured to indicate a remaining number of cup dispenses to the user.
B67D 1/06 - Mountings or arrangements of dispensing apparatus in or on shop or bar counters
G07F 13/06 - Coin-freed apparatus for controlling dispensing of fluids, semiliquids or granular material from reservoirs with selective dispensing of different fluids or materials or mixtures thereof
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APPARATUSES, SYSTEMS, AND METHODS FOR INLINE INJECTION OF GASES INTO LIQUIDS
A gas injection system for injecting a gas into a liquid to form a solution includes a flow channel that conveys a liquid from an upstream inlet configured to receive the liquid and a downstream outlet configured to dispense the solution, sparger positioned in the flow channel, a solution pressure detection device configured to sense a pressure of the solution in the flow channel, and a liquid valve configured to regulate flow of the liquid in the flow channel based on the pressure sensed by the solution pressure detection device. The sparger is configured to inject the gas into the liquid through the porous surface as the liquid flows across the surface.
A product display assembly. The product display assembly includes a floor and a divider. The floor is configured to support a product. The divider is configured to selectively engage the floor such that the divider extends in a longitudinal direction. The divider includes a body portion and a proximal leg. The proximal leg is movable with respect to the body portion in a longitudinal direction between a first position where the proximal leg engages the floor and a second position where the proximal leg is free from engagement with the floor.
A product display tray is provided including one or more arms including engagement members. The product display tray can also include a base having one or more tracks receiving the one or more arms, wherein the base is slidable along the one or more arms from a first position to a second position. The product display tray can also include a handle. The product display tray can also include a latch, wherein the latch is operably connected to the handle, wherein the latch has an engaged position and a disengaged position, and wherein the latch is in the engaged position when the base is in the first position and the base is operable to enter the second position when the latch is in the disengaged position.
A product display unit. The product display unit includes a track, a first sidewall, a second sidewall, and a width adjustment feature. The track defines a longitudinal axis and is configured to support a plurality of products thereon. The first sidewall is disposed adjacent the track. The second sidewall is disposed adjacent the track. The width adjustment feature is disposed in mechanical cooperation with the first sidewall. The width adjustment feature enables a distance between the first sidewall and the second sidewall to be changed. The distance is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis.
The system and method described herein provides an intermediary device configured to facilitate data transfer using the Bluetooth standard between communication devices. The transfer can use intermittent connection and data transfer events that can be directed using user communication devices, such as smart phones, tablets, or other computing devices. In the context of retail messaging, content can be efficiently transferred with minimal user interaction.
Apparatuses, systems, and methods are for dispensing condiments, including a base condiment together with and at least one additive. In some examples, a dispenser apparatus comprises a dispenser body having an upstream inlet that is configured to receive the base condiment and a downstream outlet that is configured to dispense the base condiment together with the additive(s). An additive body is configured to supply the additive(s) into the dispenser body as the base condiment is conveyed from the upstream inlet to the downstream outlet so that the base condiment and the additive(s) are concurrently dispensed via the downstream outlet. The systems and methods can operatively include arrangements for selecting a base condiment; selecting one or more additives from a plurality of additives; and supplying the base condiment and the additive(s) to a dispenser apparatus that dispenses the base condiment and additive(s) together.
B65B 39/00 - Nozzles, funnels or guides for introducing articles or materials into containers or wrappers
B65D 85/72 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials
B67C 3/26 - Filling-headsMeans for engaging filling-heads with bottle necks
B67D 1/00 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught
A beverage dispenser and methods of beverage dispensing include a dispenser with a beverage valve and a purge valve. The beverage valve is connected the dispenser body and is actively operable to control a flow of a base beverage into a flow path of the dispenser. The purge valve is selectively operable to control a flow of a purge substance into the flow path. A nozzle is configured to mix a flavoring from a flavoring nozzle with a base beverage from the beverage valve prior to dispensing a mixture of the flavoring and the base beverage from the nozzle.
A product display unit for use on a shelf. The product display unit includes a bottom member and a tail. The bottom member has a track defining a longitudinal axis. The track is configured to support a plurality of products thereon. The tail is disposed in mechanical cooperation with a distal portion of the track. The tail is movable from a first position where the tail is parallel to the track to a second position where the tail is disposed at an angle with respect to the track.
A beverage dispensing system includes a plurality of beverage sources each containing a beverage component, and at least one flow valve connected to one or more of the beverage sources and operable to control a flow of the beverage component therefrom. The system further includes a graphical display that presents a plurality of available beverages and a gesture capture device that receives a selection gesture input to select a beverage from the plurality of available beverages. A controller is also included that adjusts the at least one flow valve based on the selection gesture input to dispense the selected beverage.
A door handle display member is disclosed. The door handle display member includes an inner portion and a housing. The inner portion is configured to releasably engage a door handle, such that the inner portion at least partially surrounds the door handle. The housing is configured to engage the inner portion, such that the housing at least partially surrounds the inner portion. The housing is configured to engage a graphic panel.
A product display member for use on a shelf includes a pusher configured to urge products toward a proximal portion of a shelf. The shelf defines a longitudinal axis extending between a proximal end of the shelf and a distal end of the shelf. A portion of the pusher is movable between a first orientation where the portion of the pusher is generally perpendicular to the longitudinal axis and a second orientation where the portion of the pusher is disposed at an acute angle with respect to the longitudinal axis.
A product display member is disclosed. The product display member includes an attachment portion, an elongated portion, a light source, and an information display portion. The attachment portion is configured to engage a portion of a shelf. The elongated portion is disposed in mechanical cooperation with the attachment portion. The elongated portion defines a lumen extending at least partially therethrough. The light source is disposed in mechanical cooperation with the lumen. The information display portion is disposed in mechanical cooperation with the elongated portion.
A device is for cleaning an automated blender that includes a body that axially extends between a first end and a second end. The automated blender includes a base, a blender blade that axially moves towards and away from the base, and a splash shield that moves between a closed position and an open position. The first end of the body configured to receive the blender blade when the blender blade moves toward the base. The rotation of the blender blade causes rotation of the body which cleans an interior surface of the splash shield. The device may also include an alignment portion and a bearing which allows the body to translate radially as the body rotates. The device may also include a retainer plate coupled with the body which allows the body to translate vertically with respect to the bearing.
The present invention relates to a self-cleaning nozzle. The nozzle is coated with a photocatalytic material and a UV light source is used to activate a chemical reaction that kills microbacteria. The nozzle may be made of a translucent material that allows UV light to enter the nozzle.
Systems and method for beverage dispense from a plurality of users include a beverage dispenser with a touch-sensitive graphical display. A computer of the beverage dispenser receives touch event data, points and identifies one or more GUI sections of a plurality of GUI sections associated with the received touch event data points. The computer further operates to interpret a touch event input and provide a command responsive to the input to an associated dispensing unit.
B67D 7/74 - Devices for mixing two or more different liquids to be transferred
G07F 13/06 - Coin-freed apparatus for controlling dispensing of fluids, semiliquids or granular material from reservoirs with selective dispensing of different fluids or materials or mixtures thereof
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DEVICES AND METHODS FOR BREWING AND/OR STEEPING TEA
Disclosed are devices and methods for brewing and steeping tea. The devices and methods for brewing and steeping tea utilize steam, heated liquid, agitation, and recirculation.
An illuminated shelving system is provided having light bars attached to the shelves. The light bars are electrically connected to a power strip that conducts electricity from a wall outlet to a plurality of light bars.
A product display is providing having a vertical support and a product basket configured to mount to the vertical support and display product in a front-facing manner in which product from a rear of the product basket is automatically biased toward a front of the product basket, wherein at least one of the vertical support and the product basket are configured to display a particular product in order to improve product pack out in at least one of a vertical and a horizontal direction within the product display. In one form, both the basket and vertical support are dimensioned or sized based on the specific product being displayed so that product pack out is improved, if not maximized, in both the vertical and horizontal direction.
A universal front-facing merchandiser is described having a front rail having a first mating structure and a plurality of integrated pusher and divider assemblies. Each divider assembly includes a second mating structure that corresponds to and mates with the first mating structure to couple the integrated pusher and divider assemblies to the front rail. The mating structures of each pusher and divider assembly and the front rail are movable between a first position where the integrated pusher and divider assembly is coupled to and laterally movable about the front rail and is not removable from the front rail without force being applied to the integrated pusher and divider assembly and a second position where the integrated pusher and divider assembly is secured to the front rail in a desired position in a manner that hinders lateral movement of the integrated pusher and divider assembly.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
42 - Scientific, technological and industrial services, research and design
Goods & Services
Common metals and their alloys; Metal building materials; Transportable buildings of metal; Materials of metal for railway tracks; Non-electric cables and wires of common metal; Ironmongery, small items of metal hardware; Pipes and tubes of metal; Safes; Ores; Security devices and security fixtures for use in retail stores, namely, primarily metal display hooks, display racks and display stands, and keys for operating said items. Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire-extinguishing apparatus; Anti-theft locks specially adapted to personal electronic devices, namely, laptops, cell phones, smartphones, PC tablets, mobile computers, digital media players, electronic reading devices, cameras, GPS navigation devices, handheld computer; Security devices, namely, electronic sensors for detecting theft and theft attempts specially adapted for handheld electronic devices; Electronic security devices for use in retail stores, namely, sensors, alarm displays, line alarms, free standing alarm modules, alarm module bases, and electronic keys and sensors for operating with said devices; Electronic devices, computer hardware and software for securing retail products, and tracking, monitoring and managing user permission to access and use the aforesaid retail products; Electronic docking stations. Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial analysis and research services; design and development of computer hardware and software; Development of software for others for use with electronic security devices and security fixtures for use in retail stores; Updating and maintenance of computer software relating to electronic security devices and security fixtures; Software as a service (SAAS) featuring software for use with electronic security devices and security fixtures; Design and engineering of security devices and security fixtures for use in retail stores; Engineering services including value engineering services.
A guide assembly for a displaying a plurality of products is disclosed. The guide assembly includes a base, a first lateral wall and a second lateral wall. The base includes a product-supporting surface defining a longitudinal axis. Each lateral wall includes a plurality of support members and a rail. The support members extend upwardly from a lateral side of the base. The rail is spaced above the base and extends along portions of the support members. A proximal-most support member of the first lateral wall is longitudinally offset from a proximal-most support member of the second lateral wall.
The present invention recognizes the need for an apparatus and method for creating carbonated beverages having a customizable carbonation level. The invention uses a CPU to control an inlet valve which connects a tank of pressurized carbon dioxide to a vessel containing the beverage to be carbonized. The tube connecting the tank of pressurized carbon dioxide to the vessel contains an orifice for reducing the carbon dioxide's flow rate, thereby increasing control over the amount of carbon dioxide introduced to the vessel. A motor agitates the vessel, causing the carbon dioxide to become absorbed in the beverage. Then, an outlet valve causes excess pressure to drain from the vessel. An outlet orifice causes the pressure to release gradually, thus preventing the beverage from foaming.
The invention relates to a valve dispensing system that can be used in a beverage dispenser. In particular, the valve dispensing system has individual valve module components that control the flow of a beverage or beverage component, and a plurality of valve module components may be combined to form a system capable of dispensing a plurality of beverages and/or beverage components.
09 - Scientific and electric apparatus and instruments
Goods & Services
Electronic advertisement and messaging display unit with multi-networking (TCP/IP) capabilities and remote connectivity; Computer software applications for use in creating, distributing and managing advertising, information and messaging displays
A beverage dispenser that uses a slurry ice bath to achieve heat transfer from coils containing a beverage. The invention provides a hopper into which a slurry ice bath is created. The hopper receives ice from an ice bin via an ice chute. The ice bin contains a rotating agitator for pushing ice down the ice bin. Coils containing a beverage to be dispensed are submersed in the slurry ice bath. Ice passing through the ice chute and into the hopper floats to the surface of the water in the hopper. As the agitator rotates, it continues to push ice down the ice chute, which in turn raises the water level of the water in the hopper. The water level then reaches an equilibrium level, where the buoyant force of the ice in the water will prevent additional ice from falling through the ice chute.
STARBUCKS CORPORATION D/B/A STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY (USA)
Inventor
Njaastad, David, K.
Abstract
A carbonation apparatus includes a pressure vessel includes a cap that has a gas inlet and a gas outlet. The carbonation device also includes a seal. The seal includes a labyrinth preventing contact of a liquid within the pressure vessel with the cap during a carbonation process. A locking mechanism removably locks the cap and seal and antifoam device relative to the pressure vessel.
A batch carbonation apparatus includes a housing defining a vessel cavity. The housing includes an agitation mechanism. The pressure vessel includes a cap that has a C02 inlet and a C02 outlet is provided. The pressure vessel also includes a seal. The pressure vessel is moveable into an out of the vessel cavity. A locking mechanism is provided and is attached to the agitation mechanism to removably lock the cap and seal relative to the pressure vessel. A C02 source is connected to a plurality of valves where each valve has a differing pressure. A selection toggle is attached to the housing.
One embodiment of the storage and beverage dispense apparatus of the present invention includes a housing containing pumps (for example, for pressurizing water and syrup), a cooling and refrigeration system, and a syrup storage (commonly referred to as a Bag-in-Box or BIB system) in a single housing unit. The housing can be integral, or it may consist of modular components. Further the storage and beverage dispense apparatus of the present invention includes packaging these components in a housing, the need for a back room package is eliminated, thereby saving space and reducing the cost of plumbing. Moreover, the proximity of the pumps to the valves eliminates the pressure drop that can occur in long fluid lines.
STARBUCKS CORPORATION D/B/A STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY (USA)
Inventor
Njaastad, David, K.
Terry, Diane, D.
Camera, Paul, N.
Abstract
A device for carbonating beverages includes a gas supply compartment in pneumatic communication with a gas supply conduit and a container coupled to the gas supply compartment. The container has an opening. A gasket is coupled to the opening of the container and the gas supply compartment. The gasket has an opening through which gas flows from the gas supply compartment to the container.
An ice dispensing system includes an ice hopper structure including a plurality of walls having inner surfaces that define an inner volume storing ice therein. The ice hopper may include a drain. A cleaning structure is coupled to the ice hopper structure. The cleaning structure includes a pump linked to a spray mechanism positioned within the inner volume of the ice hopper structure. The spray mechanism disperses a liquid on an inner surface of the ice hopper structure during a cleaning cycle of the ice dispensing mechanism.
An electronic device security system allows an authorized user to quickly remove an electronic device from an advertising display. The electronic device security system includes a plurality of retention tabs to secure the tablet computer and an electronic lock and motor to raise a tablet lift pad to release the device.
06 - Common metals and ores; objects made of metal
11 - Environmental control apparatus
20 - Furniture and decorative products
Goods & Services
Accessories for beverage shelf management and organization systems, beverage shelf organizers, beverage merchandising modular tracks and modular merchandising floor systems, namely, metal springs Modular barrel ice coolers in the nature of refrigerated merchandise display cabinets; modular cart ice coolers in the nature of refrigerated merchandise display cabinets display racks for coolers and refrigerators; beverage shelf management and organization system comprising shelves, drawers, cupboards, baskets, racks, adjustable plastic and metal dividers and inserts sold as a unit and accessories therefor, namely, non-metal stabilizers for preventing movement of products on shelves and racks, and to keep products to remain front faced on shelving, plastic inserts, extended dividers for extra support of products of unique size and shapes, plastic channel strips for attaching pricing and graphic labels, wire racks, expandable shelves, shelf extensions, non-metal clips for attaching graphics and pricing; non-metal beverage shelf organizers and accessories therefor, namely, non-metal stabilizers for preventing movement of products on shelves and racks, and to keep products to remain front faced on shelving, plastic inserts, extended dividers for extra support of products of unique size and shapes, plastic channel strips for attaching pricing and graphic labels, wire racks, expandable shelves, shelf extensions, non-metal clips for attaching graphics and pricing; beverage merchandising modular tracks in the nature of display cases for merchandise for coolers and ambient shelves and accessories therefor, namely, non-metal stabilizers for preventing movement of products on shelves and racks, and to keep products to remain front faced on shelving, plastic inserts, extended dividers for extra support of products of unique size and shapes, plastic channel strips for attaching pricing and graphic labels, wire racks, expandable shelves, shelf extensions, non-metal clips for attaching graphics and pricing; modular merchandising floor system in the nature of display cases for merchandise for freezer, cold vault or ambient shelf with adjustable dividers to display various package sizes to fit most shelf applications and accessories therefor, namely, non-metal stabilizers for preventing movement of products on shelves and racks, and to keep products to remain front faced on shelving, plastic inserts, extended dividers for extra support of products of unique size and shapes, plastic channel strips for attaching pricing and graphic labels, wire racks, expandable shelves, shelf extensions, non-metal clips for attaching graphics and pricing; display shelves and plastic pusher trays for coolers; display racks and plastic trays for cooler doors; modular display shelves for coolers and refrigerators
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Enabling social interactive wireless communications
A transfer system from transferring a media file includes a vehicle media system and a wireless mobile device. The vehicle media system includes a wireless receiver, a security measure, and a processor configured to wirelessly detect the wireless mobile device, and receive, using the wireless receiver, the media file from the wireless mobile device. The wireless mobile device includes a wireless transmitter, and a processor configured to wirelessly detect the vehicle media system, and transmit, using the wireless receiver, the media file from the wireless mobile device. At least one of the wireless mobile device and vehicle media system is configured to create a wireless connection between the vehicle media system and the wireless mobile device, and the wireless connection does not include the security measure.
G06F 15/16 - Combinations of two or more digital computers each having at least an arithmetic unit, a program unit and a register, e.g. for a simultaneous processing of several programs
H04L 29/08 - Transmission control procedure, e.g. data link level control procedure
H04L 29/06 - Communication control; Communication processing characterised by a protocol
An illuminated shelving system is provided having light bars attached to the shelves. The light bars are electrically connected to a power strip that conducts electricity from a wall outlet to a plurality oflight bars. The illuminated shelving system comprises integrated lighting for displaying items. The illuminated shelving system includes at least one shelf that is removably attached to a shelf support that supports the shelf in a horizontal position. The shelf support further includes a power strip to which the plug is removably attached and which provides electrical power to the light bar. At least one light bar is attached to at least one of the shelves and includes a power cable. An electrical plug is attached to the free end of the power cable. Each shelf includes a channel that encloses the power cable.
A47B 23/06 - Bed-tablesTraysReading-racksBook-rests characterised by association with auxiliary devices, e.g. line indicators, leaf turners, lampholders
A powered security display device displays items in the retail environment. The display device is configured to removably attach to an item while simultaneously providing power to the device and including an alarm such that if the item is removed without authorization, the alarm is activated.
An extendable/retractable ladder assembly includes a first stile and a second stile and a plurality of rungs extending therebetween. Each stile may comprise a plurality of columns disposed in a nested arrangement for relative axial movement in a telescopic fashion. A connector assembly connects the rungs to respective columns in the first and second stiles. The ladder has improved manufacturability since connector assemblies may be assembled before connecting the rungs to respective columns. The standing surface of the rungs may be angled such that it is rotated towards horizontal when the ladder assembly is leaned against a wall. A latch assembly may be used to selectively lock relative axial movement between adjacent columns. The latch assembly includes a locking pin assembly comprised of a central post and an outer metal sleeve. An air damper may also be used to control airflow through the columns.
A digital media communication protocol structured to selectively transmit one or more digital media files between a media terminal and a media node via a communication link on an interactive computer network. The communication link is initiated by the media terminal, wherein the media terminal is disposed in an accessible relation to the interactive computer network. The digital media communication protocol, and in particular, the communication link, is further structured to bypass at least one security measure, such as, for example, a password, security key, and/or firewall.
G06F 15/16 - Combinations of two or more digital computers each having at least an arithmetic unit, a program unit and a register, e.g. for a simultaneous processing of several programs
G06F 15/173 - Interprocessor communication using an interconnection network, e.g. matrix, shuffle, pyramid, star or snowflake
