Abstract

Some pods include a body having a sidewall that extends from a first end of the body to a second end of the body to define an interior of the pod. The pod contains ingredients disposed within the interior of the pod for producing a single serving of a cooled food or drink. The pod includes a base attached to the first end of the pod. The base includes a rim with at least one radially-inward facing detent. At least a portion of the base is removable for dispensing the produced cooled food or drink from the pod. The pod includes a cap including a shearing drive including a track or circumscribed feature sized to engage the at least one radially-inward facing detent to snap the shearing drive to the base of the pod.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/04 - Production of frozen sweets, e.g. ice-cream
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/30 - CleaningKeeping cleanSterilisation

Goods & Services

Frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream, frozen coffee drinks, frozen yogurts, frozen sorbet, frozen gelato; Freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream pods, coffee drink pods, yogurts pods, sorbet pods, gelato pods Ice cream making machines; Frozen and partially frozen food and beverage dispenser; Refrigerated dispensing units for food and beverages; Refrigerating appliances and installations; Refrigerated beverage dispensing units; Refrigerated dispensing units for beverages; Refrigerating machines; Refrigerating machines and installations; Refrigeration equipment, namely, food and beverage chilling units; Refrigeration equipment, namely, rapid food chilling units

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• A23G 9/04 - Production of frozen sweets, e.g. ice-cream
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• F25B 5/04 - Compression machines, plants or systems, with several evaporator circuits, e.g. for varying refrigerating capacity arranged in series
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A47J 43/07 - Parts or details, e.g. mixing tools, whipping tools
• B01F 27/90 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders with stirrers rotating about a substantially vertical axis with paddles or arms
• B01F 101/13 - Mixing of ice-cream ingredients
• B65D 17/28 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness
• B65D 17/30 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness using cutting devices
• B65D 85/60 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for sweets or like confectionery products
• 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
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus

Abstract

Methods of manufacturing shelf stable pods containing food or drink to be rapidly cooled, include inserting a mixing paddle into an aluminum can through an open end of a body of the can and sterilizing the can and mixing paddle at temperatures below a stress relief temperature of the can in a first aseptic chamber. The method also includes filling the can with a sterilized food or drink in the aseptic chamber, sealing a sterilized base of the can to the open end of the body of the can with a food-safe adhesive to create a hermetic seal, removing the can from the first aseptic chamber while maintaining the hermetic seal outside the first aseptic chamber, and mechanically seaming the base to the can.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65B 55/02 - Sterilising, e.g. of complete packages
• B65B 25/00 - Packaging other articles presenting special problems
• B65B 55/10 - Sterilising wrappers or receptacles prior to, or during, packaging by liquids or gases

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing

Abstract

Systems and methods operable to produce a first beverage and produce a second food or beverage include a machine that includes a first nest and a second nest. The machine includes a brewing system operable to heat water and cause the heated water to flow through first ingredients to produce the first beverage and a refrigeration system operable to cool second ingredients to produce the second food or beverage. The machine includes a thermal battery thermally connected to the brewing system and the refrigeration system, the thermal battery operable to (i) store thermal energy produced by the refrigeration system when producing the second food or beverage and (ii) transfer thermal energy to the brewing system to assist in heating the water for producing the first beverage.

IPC Classes  ?

• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• A47J 31/02 - Coffee-making machines with removable extraction cups, to be placed on top of drinking-vessels, e.g. cafe filtre
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A47J 31/54 - Water boiling vessels
• A23G 9/52 - Liquid productsSolid products in the form of powders, flakes or granules for making liquid products
• F25D 17/02 - Arrangements for circulating cooling fluidsArrangements for circulating gas, e.g. air, within refrigerated spaces for circulating liquids, e.g. brine
• A47J 31/34 - Coffee-making apparatus in which hot water is passed through the filter under pressure with hot water under liquid pressure

Abstract

Some frozen protein shakes are 3 to 8 ounces and include at least 10 grams of protein, less than 200 calories, and a majority of ice crystals smaller than 50 μm.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 41/04 - Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• C09K 5/04 - Materials undergoing a change of physical state when used the change of state being from liquid to vapour or vice-versa
• F25B 13/00 - Compression machines, plants or systems, with reversible cycle
• F25B 41/20 - Disposition of valves, e.g. of on-off valves or flow control valves
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• F25B 41/24 - Arrangement of shut-off valves for disconnecting a part of the refrigerant cycle, e.g. an outdoor part
• F25B 47/02 - Defrosting cycles

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• B67D 1/08 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught Details
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A47J 43/07 - Parts or details, e.g. mixing tools, whipping tools
• B01F 27/90 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders with stirrers rotating about a substantially vertical axis with paddles or arms
• B65D 17/28 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness
• B65D 17/30 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness using cutting devices
• B65D 85/60 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for sweets or like confectionery products
• 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
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• B01F 101/13 - Mixing of ice-cream ingredients

Abstract

A system for providing a single serving of a frozen confection, wherein the system comprises a pod comprising at least one ingredient for providing a single serving of a frozen confection; the system cools the pod; the system introduces water into the pod; the system simultaneously stirs the contents of the pod while scraping at least one wall of the pod to prevent a build-up of the frozen confection on the at least one wall of the pod; and the system ejects the frozen confection out of the pod.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 41/04 - Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks. More specifically, the present application describes, among other embodiments, a pod (200) comprising: a body (208) having a sidewall that extends from a first end of the body to a second end of the body to define an interior of the pod; ingredients disposed within the interior of the pod for producing a single serving of a cooled food or drink; and a mixing paddle (250) disposed within the interior of the pod and rotatable relative to the body along a longitudinal axis of the body, a cross-section of the mixing paddle taken perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the mixing paddle having at least one curved or non-linear section.

IPC Classes  ?

• B01F 27/88 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders with stirrers rotating about a substantially vertical axis with a separate receptacle-stirrer unit that is adapted to be coupled to a drive mechanism
• B01F 27/921 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders with stirrers rotating about a substantially vertical axis with helices or screws with helices centrally mounted in the receptacle
• B01F 27/091 - Stirrers characterised by the mounting of the stirrers with respect to the receptacle with elements co-operating with receptacle wall or bottom, e.g. for scraping the receptacle wall
• B01F 27/114 - Helically shaped stirrers, i.e. stirrers comprising a helically shaped band or helically shaped band sections
• B01F 27/1145 - Helically shaped stirrers, i.e. stirrers comprising a helically shaped band or helically shaped band sections ribbon shaped with an open space between the helical ribbon flight and the rotating axis
• B01F 27/1143 - Helically shaped stirrers, i.e. stirrers comprising a helically shaped band or helically shaped band sections screw-shaped, e.g. worms
• B01F 27/1123 - Stirrers characterised by the configuration of the stirrers with arms, paddles, vanes or blades sickle-shaped, i.e. curved in at least one direction
• B01F 27/1125 - Stirrers characterised by the configuration of the stirrers with arms, paddles, vanes or blades with vanes or blades extending parallel or oblique to the stirrer axis
• B01F 27/053 - Stirrers characterised by their elements, materials or mechanical properties characterised by their materials
• B01F 27/054 - Deformable stirrers, e.g. deformed by a centrifugal force applied during operation
• B01F 27/213 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders characterised by their rotating shafts characterised by the connection with the drive
• B01F 35/22 - Control or regulation
• B01F 35/92 - Heating or cooling systems for heating the outside of the receptacle, e.g. heated jackets or burners
• B01F 35/75 - Discharge mechanisms
• B65D 17/42 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions with cutting, punching, or cutter accommodating means

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/30 - CleaningKeeping cleanSterilisation
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• 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
• B01F 27/213 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders characterised by their rotating shafts characterised by the connection with the drive
• B01F 35/32 - Driving arrangements

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• C09K 5/04 - Materials undergoing a change of physical state when used the change of state being from liquid to vapour or vice-versa
• F25B 13/00 - Compression machines, plants or systems, with reversible cycle
• F25B 41/20 - Disposition of valves, e.g. of on-off valves or flow control valves
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• F25B 41/24 - Arrangement of shut-off valves for disconnecting a part of the refrigerant cycle, e.g. an outdoor part
• F25B 47/02 - Defrosting cycles

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A47J 43/07 - Parts or details, e.g. mixing tools, whipping tools
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• B65D 17/30 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness using cutting devices
• B65D 17/28 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 85/60 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for sweets or like confectionery products
• 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
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream
• B01F 27/90 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders with stirrers rotating about a substantially vertical axis with paddles or arms
• B01F 101/13 - Mixing of ice-cream ingredients

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• F25B 41/20 - Disposition of valves, e.g. of on-off valves or flow control valves
• F25B 47/02 - Defrosting cycles
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• C09K 5/04 - Materials undergoing a change of physical state when used the change of state being from liquid to vapour or vice-versa
• F25B 13/00 - Compression machines, plants or systems, with reversible cycle
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• F25B 41/24 - Arrangement of shut-off valves for disconnecting a part of the refrigerant cycle, e.g. an outdoor part

Goods & Services

Frozen protein supplement shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, protein supplement shake pods. Machines for the production of frozen and partially-frozen food and beverages; food preparation machines, electromechanical; beverage preparation machines, electromechanical. Ice cream making machines; frozen and partially frozen food and beverage dispenser; refrigerated dispensing units for food and beverages; refrigerating appliances and installations; refrigerated beverage dispensing units; refrigerated dispensing units for beverages; refrigerating machines; refrigerating machines and installations; refrigeration equipment, namely, food and beverage chilling units; refrigeration equipment, namely, rapid food chilling units. Frozen dairy-based protein shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, dairy-based protein shake pods. Frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream, frozen coffee drinks, frozen yogurts, frozen sorbet, frozen gelato; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream pods, coffee drink pods, yogurts pods, sorbet pods, gelato pods. Frozen smoothies; frozen non-alcoholic cocktails; frozen fruit beverages, namely, slushies; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen non-alcoholic beverages, namely, smoothie pods, cocktail pods, and slushie pods. Alcoholic beverages, except beer; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen alcoholic beverages not being beer.

Goods & Services

(1) Ice cream infused with alcohol

Goods & Services

Alcoholic beverages, except beer; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen alcoholic beverages.

Goods & Services

Alcoholic beverages, except beer; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen alcoholic beverages not being beer.

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• C09K 5/04 - Materials undergoing a change of physical state when used the change of state being from liquid to vapour or vice-versa
• F25B 13/00 - Compression machines, plants or systems, with reversible cycle
• F25B 41/20 - Disposition of valves, e.g. of on-off valves or flow control valves
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• F25B 41/24 - Arrangement of shut-off valves for disconnecting a part of the refrigerant cycle, e.g. an outdoor part
• F25B 47/02 - Defrosting cycles

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A47J 43/07 - Parts or details, e.g. mixing tools, whipping tools
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• B65D 17/30 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness using cutting devices
• B65D 17/28 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness
• B65D 85/60 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for sweets or like confectionery products
• 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
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream
• B01F 27/90 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders with stirrers rotating about a substantially vertical axis with paddles or arms
• B01F 101/13 - Mixing of ice-cream ingredients

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/30 - CleaningKeeping cleanSterilisation
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• 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
• B01F 27/213 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders characterised by their rotating shafts characterised by the connection with the drive
• B01F 35/32 - Driving arrangements
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• B01F 23/80 - After-treatment of the mixture

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• F25D 23/12 - Arrangements of compartments additional to cooling compartmentsCombinations of refrigerators with other equipment, e.g. stove

Abstract

Methods of manufacturing shelf stable pods containing food or drink to be rapidly cooled, include inserting a mixing paddle (560) into an aluminum can through an open end of a body of the can and sterilizing the can and mixing paddle at temperatures below a stress relief temperature of the can in a first aseptic chamber (62). The method also includes filling the can with a sterilized food or drink in the aseptic chamber, sealing a sterilized base of the can to the open end of the body of the can with a food-safe adhesive to create a hermetic seal, removing the can from the first aseptic chamber while maintaining the hermetic seal outside the first aseptic chamber, and mechanically seaming the base to the can.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65B 25/00 - Packaging other articles presenting special problems
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• B65B 55/10 - Sterilising wrappers or receptacles prior to, or during, packaging by liquids or gases

Abstract

Methods of manufacturing shelf stable pods containing food or drink to be rapidly cooled, include inserting a mixing paddle into an aluminum can through an open end of a body of the can and sterilizing the can and mixing paddle at temperatures below a stress relief temperature of the can in a first aseptic chamber. The method also includes filling the can with a sterilized food or drink in the aseptic chamber, sealing a sterilized base of the can to the open end of the body of the can with a food-safe adhesive to create a hermetic seal, removing the can from the first aseptic chamber while maintaining the hermetic seal outside the first aseptic chamber, and mechanically seaming the base to the can.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65B 25/10 - Forming sector-shaped packages of cheese or like plastic products
• B65B 55/02 - Sterilising, e.g. of complete packages
• B65B 25/00 - Packaging other articles presenting special problems
• B65B 55/10 - Sterilising wrappers or receptacles prior to, or during, packaging by liquids or gases

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks. Some machines include a refrigeration system to cool food or drink in a pod. The machines include an evaporator defining a receptacle sized to receive the pod. The evaporator includes an inlet port to receive refrigerant and an outlet port to discharge refrigerant.

IPC Classes  ?

• B67D 1/08 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught Details
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B67D 1/00 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught

Goods & Services

Frozen protein supplement shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, protein supplement shake pods. Frozen dairy-based protein shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, dairy-based protein shake pods. Frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream, frozen coffee drinks, frozen yogurts, frozen sorbet, frozen gelato; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream pods, coffee drink pods, yogurts pods, sorbet pods, gelato pods. Frozen smoothies; frozen non-alcoholic cocktails; frozen fruit beverages, namely, slushies; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen non-alcoholic beverages, namely, smoothie pods, cocktail pods, and slushie pods.

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A47J 43/07 - Parts or details, e.g. mixing tools, whipping tools
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• B65D 17/30 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness using cutting devices
• B65D 17/28 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 85/60 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for sweets or like confectionery products
• 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
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• B01F 27/90 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders with stirrers rotating about a substantially vertical axis with paddles or arms
• B01F 101/13 - Mixing of ice-cream ingredients

Goods & Services

Alcoholic beverages, except beer, pear juice, and pear cider, namely, smoothies, frozen cocktails, slushies, and beverages infused with ice cream; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen alcoholic beverages, not being beer, pear juice or pear cider

Goods & Services

Alcoholic beverages, except beer; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen alcoholic beverages not being beer

Goods & Services

Frozen protein supplement shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, protein supplement shake pods. Frozen dairy-based protein shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, protein-enriched dairy shake pods. Frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream, frozen coffee drinks, frozen yogurts, frozen sorbet, frozen gelato; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream pods, coffee drink pods, yogurts pods, sorbet pods, gelato pods. Frozen smoothies; frozen non-alcoholic cocktails; frozen fruit beverages, namely, slushies; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen non-alcoholic beverages, namely, smoothie pods, cocktail pods, and slushie pods.

Goods & Services

(1) Frozen protein supplement shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, protein supplement shake pods. (2) Frozen dairy-based protein shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, dairy-based protein shake pods. (3) Frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream, frozen coffee drinks, frozen yogurts, frozen sorbet, frozen gelato; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream pods, coffee drink pods, yogurts pods, sorbet pods, gelato pods. (4) Frozen smoothies; frozen non-alcoholic cocktails; frozen fruit beverages, namely, slushies; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen non-alcoholic beverages, namely, smoothie pods, cocktail pods, and slushie pods.

Goods & Services

Machines for the production of frozen and partially-frozen food and beverages; food preparation machines, electromechanical; beverage preparation machines, electromechanical. Ice cream making machines; frozen and partially frozen food and beverage dispenser; refrigerated dispensing units for food and beverages; refrigerating appliances and installations; refrigerated beverage dispensing units; refrigerated dispensing units for beverages; refrigerating machines; refrigerating machines and installations; refrigeration equipment, namely, food and beverage chilling units; refrigeration equipment, namely, rapid food chilling units; refrigerator condensers; refrigerators. Frozen protein shakes; protein shake pods. Frozen confections such as dairy and non-dairy ice cream, frozen coffees, frozen yogurts, frozen sorbet, frozen gelato, freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream pods, coffee pods, yogurts pods, sorbet pods, gelato pods. Frozen non-alcoholic cocktails; slushies; smoothie pods; slushie pods; frozen smoothies; non-alcoholic cocktail pods.

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks. Some machines include a refrigeration system to cool food or drink in a pod. Some machines include an evaporator of the refrigeration system, the evaporator including an inlet port to receive refrigerant and an outlet port to discharge refrigerant. Some machines include a processor controlling the refrigeration system. In some examples, the refrigeration system is operable to apply a freezing cycle to the food or drink in which refrigerant flows through the evaporator exchanging heat from ingredients in the pod to the refrigerant causing a temperature difference between an evaporator inlet temperature and an evaporator outlet temperature.

IPC Classes  ?

• B67D 1/08 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught Details
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B67D 1/00 - Apparatus or devices for dispensing beverages on draught

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/30 - CleaningKeeping cleanSterilisation
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• 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
• B01F 27/213 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders characterised by their rotating shafts characterised by the connection with the drive
• B01F 35/32 - Driving arrangements
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• B01F 23/80 - After-treatment of the mixture

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/30 - CleaningKeeping cleanSterilisation
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• 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
• B01F 27/213 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders characterised by their rotating shafts characterised by the connection with the drive
• B01F 35/32 - Driving arrangements
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• B01F 23/80 - After-treatment of the mixture

Goods & Services

(1) Frozen protein supplement shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, protein supplement shake pods. (2) Frozen dairy-based protein shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, protein-enriched dairy shake pods. (3) Frozen confections, namely, frozen coffee drinks; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, coffee drink pods. (4) Frozen smoothies; frozen non-alcoholic cocktails; frozen fruit beverages, namely, slushies; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen non-alcoholic beverages, namely, smoothie pods, cocktail pods, and slushie pods.

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• A23G 9/00 - Frozen sweets, e.g. ice confectionery, ice-creamMixtures therefor
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing

Goods & Services

(1) Machines for the production of frozen and partially-frozen food and beverages, namely, ice cream, nondairy ice cream, non-dairy frozen desserts, frozen desserts, frozen lattes, frozen cocktails and mocktails, ice cream containing alcohol, smoothies, and protein shakes; food preparation machines, electromechanical, namely, electric food processors; beverage preparation machines, electromechanical, namely, electric blenders for the preparation of drinks. (2) Ice cream making machines; frozen and partially frozen food and beverage dispenser; refrigerated dispensing units for food and beverages; refrigerating appliances and installations, namely, food and beverage chilling units; refrigerated beverage dispensing units; refrigerated dispensing units for beverages; refrigerating machines, namely, refrigerated beverage dispensing units, electric refrigerators; refrigerating machines and installations, namely, portable refrigerators, beverage dispensing machines; refrigeration equipment, namely, food and beverage chilling units; refrigeration equipment, namely, rapid food chilling units; refrigerator condensers; refrigerators. (3) Frozen protein shakes; protein shake pods. (4) Frozen confections such as dairy and non-dairy ice cream, frozen coffees, frozen yogurts, frozen sorbet, frozen gelato, freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream pods, coffee pods, yogurts pods, sorbet pods, gelato pods. (5) Frozen non-alcoholic cocktails; slushies; smoothie pods; slushie pods; frozen smoothies; non-alcoholic cocktail pods.

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/52 - Liquid productsSolid products in the form of powders, flakes or granules for making liquid products

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/52 - Liquid productsSolid products in the form of powders, flakes or granules for making liquid products

Goods & Services

Frozen protein supplement shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, protein supplement shake pods Frozen dairy-based protein shakes; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, dairy-based protein shake pods

Goods & Services

Frozen smoothies; frozen non-alcoholic cocktails; frozen fruit beverages, namely, slushies; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen non-alcoholic beverages, namely, smoothie pods, cocktail pods, and slushie pods

Goods & Services

Machines for the production of frozen and partially-frozen food and beverages; food preparation machines, electromechanical; beverage preparation machines, electromechanical Ice cream making machines; frozen and partially frozen food and beverage dispenser; refrigerated dispensing units for food and beverages; refrigerating appliances and installations; refrigerated beverage dispensing units; refrigerated dispensing units for beverages; refrigerating machines; refrigerating machines and installations; refrigeration equipment, namely, food and beverage chilling units; refrigeration equipment, namely, rapid food chilling units Frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream, frozen coffee drinks; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream pods, coffee drink pods

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/30 - CleaningKeeping cleanSterilisation
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• 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
• B01F 27/213 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders characterised by their rotating shafts characterised by the connection with the drive
• B01F 35/32 - Driving arrangements
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• B01F 23/80 - After-treatment of the mixture

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• B01F 7/00 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptacles; Kneaders
• B01F 15/00 - Accessories for mixers
• 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
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• B01F 3/22 - Aftertreatment of the mixture
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/80 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for milk
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/30 - CleaningKeeping cleanSterilisation
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled

Goods & Services

Frozen confections, namely, frozen coffee drinks; Freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, coffee drink pods

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• B65D 17/30 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness using cutting devices
• B65D 17/28 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 85/60 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for sweets or like confectionery products
• 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
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream
• B01F 27/90 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptaclesKneaders with stirrers rotating about a substantially vertical axis with paddles or arms
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A47J 43/07 - Parts or details, e.g. mixing tools, whipping tools
• B01F 101/13 - Mixing of ice-cream ingredients

Goods & Services

Frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream, and frozen coffee drinks; Freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen confections, namely, dairy and non-dairy ice cream pods, and coffee drink pods Frozen smoothies; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen non-alcoholic beverages, namely, smoothie pods

Goods & Services

Frozen dairy-based protein shakes; Freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, dairy-based protein shake pods

Goods & Services

Frozen protein supplement shakes; Freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen beverages, namely, protein supplement shake pods Frozen non-alcoholic cocktails; frozen fruit beverages, namely, slushies; freezable liquid pods for use in making frozen non-alcoholic beverages, namely, cocktail pods, and slushie pods

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A47J 43/07 - Parts or details, e.g. mixing tools, whipping tools
• B01F 7/18 - Mixers with rotary stirring devices in fixed receptacles; Kneaders with stirrers rotating about a vertical axis with paddles or arms
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• B65D 17/30 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness using cutting devices
• B65D 17/28 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers specially constructed to be opened by cutting or piercing, or by tearing of frangible members or portions at lines or points of weakness
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 85/60 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for sweets or like confectionery products
• 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
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container

Abstract

A machine for providing a single serving of a cold beverage or a frozen confection is disclosed. The machine includes a cooling system, a first assembly, and a second assembly. The first assembly includes the cooling system and has sidewalls partially defining a recess for receiving a pod containing at least one ingredient for forming the single serving of the cold beverage or frozen confection and at least one internal paddle. The second assembly has a lid and a plunger movably mounted to the lid. The plunger is operable to engage a top of the pod and rotate the at least one internal paddle of the pod to scrape the cold beverage or a frozen confection off a wall of the pod and mix contents of the pod.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 41/04 - Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing

Abstract

A system for providing a single serving of a frozen confection, wherein the system comprises a pod comprising at least one ingredient for providing a single serving of a frozen confection; the system cools the pod; the system introduces water into the pod; the system simultaneously stirs the contents of the pod while scraping at least one wall of the pod to prevent a build-up of the frozen confection on the at least one wall of the pod; and the system ejects the frozen confection out of the pod.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 41/04 - Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents

Abstract

A machine for brewing and cooling a beverage includes a housing, a refrigeration system, a first nest, a second nest, a fluid system, and a dispensing port. The first and second nests are arranged in the housing and include first and second recesses, respectively. The second nest has walls defining the second recess. The refrigeration system is located within the machine and is confirmed to cool the walls of the second nest. The fluid system is configured to transfer water to the first recess of the first nest. The dispensing port is fluidly connected with the recess of the first nest.

IPC Classes  ?

• F25D 31/00 - Other cooling or freezing apparatus
• A47J 31/02 - Coffee-making machines with removable extraction cups, to be placed on top of drinking-vessels, e.g. cafe filtre
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A47J 31/54 - Water boiling vessels
• A23G 9/52 - Liquid productsSolid products in the form of powders, flakes or granules for making liquid products
• F25D 17/02 - Arrangements for circulating cooling fluidsArrangements for circulating gas, e.g. air, within refrigerated spaces for circulating liquids, e.g. brine
• A47J 31/34 - Coffee-making apparatus in which hot water is passed through the filter under pressure with hot water under liquid pressure

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/52 - Liquid productsSolid products in the form of powders, flakes or granules for making liquid products
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/10 - Batch production using containers which are rotated or otherwise moved in a cooling medium
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/52 - Liquid productsSolid products in the form of powders, flakes or granules for making liquid products
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/10 - Batch production using containers which are rotated or otherwise moved in a cooling medium
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/08 - Batch production
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• F25B 41/20 - Disposition of valves, e.g. of on-off valves or flow control valves
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• F25B 41/24 - Arrangement of shut-off valves for disconnecting a part of the refrigerant cycle, e.g. an outdoor part
• F25B 47/02 - Defrosting cycles
• C09K 5/04 - Materials undergoing a change of physical state when used the change of state being from liquid to vapour or vice-versa
• F25B 13/00 - Compression machines, plants or systems, with reversible cycle

Abstract

Systems and methods have demonstrated the capability of rapidly cooling the contents of pods containing the ingredients for food and drinks.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/00 - Frozen sweets, e.g. ice confectionery, ice-creamMixtures therefor
• F25D 25/00 - Charging, supporting, or discharging the articles to be cooled
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing

Abstract

A machine for providing a single serving of a cold beverage or frozen confection includes a nest assembly and a lid assembly. The nest assembly defines a recess for receiving a pod containing at least one ingredient for forming a single serving of the cold beverage or frozen confection and at least one helical internal paddle. The nest assembly has a cooling unit operable to cool the nest assembly. The lid assembly includes a lid and a plunger to rotate the at least one helical internal paddle of the pod to dispense the cold beverage or frozen confection forced out of the pod by rotation of the internal paddle. The frozen confection is ejected directly into a container or cone without coming into contact with other portions of the machine.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 41/04 - Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ

Goods & Services

Machines for the production of frozen and partially-frozen food and beverages; food preparation machines, electromechanical; beverage preparation machines, electromechanical. Ice cream making machines; frozen and partially frozen food and beverage dispensers; electric food and beverage preparation machines; refrigerated dispensing units for food and beverages; refrigerating appliances and installations; refrigerated beverage dispensing units; refrigerated dispensing units for beverages; refrigerating machines; refrigerating machines and installations; refrigeration equipment, namely, food and beverage chilling units; refrigeration equipment, namely, rapid food chilling units; refrigerator condensers; refrigerators.

Abstract

A system for providing a single serving of a frozen confection, wherein the system comprises a pod comprising at least one ingredient for providing a single serving of a frozen confection; the system cools the pod; the system introduces water into the pod; the system simultaneously stirs the contents of the pod while scraping at least one wall of the pod to prevent a build-up of the frozen confection on the at least one wall of the pod; and the system ejects the frozen confection out of the pod.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents
• A23G 9/52 - Liquid productsSolid products in the form of powders, flakes or granules for making liquid products

Goods & Services

(1) Frozen beverage-making machines; food preparation machines, namely, rapid freezing appliances that make frozen food; electromechanical beverage-making machines, namely, rapid freezing appliances that make frozen beverages; electromechanical food-making machines, namely, electronic appliances for making frozen food (2) Frozen confections, food, beverage dispensing machines; refrigerated beverage dispensing machines; refrigerators; ice cream-making machines; electromechanical ice cream-making machines

Abstract

A system for providing a single serving of a frozen confection, wherein the system comprises a pod comprising at least one ingredient for providing a single serving of a frozen confection; the system cools the pod; the system introduces water into the pod; the system simultaneously stirs the contents of the pod while scraping at least one wall of the pod to prevent a build-up of the frozen confection on the at least one wall of the pod; and the system ejects the frozen confection out of the pod.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/50 - Products with edible or inedible supports, e.g. cornets
• B65D 85/78 - Containers, packaging elements or packages, specially adapted for particular articles or materials for edible or potable liquids, semiliquids, or plastic or pasty materials for ice-cream

Goods & Services

Machines for the production of frozen and partially-frozen food and beverages; food preparation machines, electromechanical; beverage preparation machines, electromechanical Ice cream making machines; frozen and partially frozen food and beverage dispenser; refrigerated dispensing units for food and beverages; refrigerating appliances and installations; refrigerated beverage dispensing units; refrigerated dispensing units for beverages; refrigerating machines; refrigerating machines and installations; refrigeration equipment, namely, food and beverage chilling units; refrigeration equipment, namely, rapid food chilling units

Abstract

A system for providing a single serving of a frozen confection, wherein the system comprises a pod comprising at least one ingredient for providing a single serving of a frozen confection; the system cools the pod; the system introduces water into the pod; the system simultaneously stirs the contents of the pod while scraping at least one wall of the pod to prevent a build-up of the frozen confection on the at least one wall of the pod; and the system ejects the frozen confection out of the pod.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents
• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A23G 9/52 - Liquid productsSolid products in the form of powders, flakes or granules for making liquid products

Abstract

A system for providing a single serving of a frozen confection, wherein the system comprises a pod comprising at least one ingredient for providing a single serving of a frozen confection; the system cools the pod; the system introduces water into the pod; the system simultaneously stirs the contents of the pod while scraping at least one wall of the pod to prevent a build-up of the frozen confection on the at least one wall of the pod; and the system ejects the frozen confection out of the pod.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65D 85/804 - Disposable containers or packages with contents which are infused or dissolved in situ
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• B65D 41/04 - Threaded or like caps or cap-like covers secured by rotation
• B65D 51/32 - Closures not otherwise provided for combined with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with brushes or rods for applying or stirring contents
• A23G 9/12 - Batch production using means for stirring the contents in a non-moving container

Abstract

A system for providing a single serving of a frozen confection, wherein the system comprises a pod comprising at least one ingredient for providing a single serving of a frozen confection; the system cools the pod; the system introduces water into the pod; the system simultaneously stirs the contents of the pod while scraping at least one wall of the pod to prevent a build-up of the frozen confection on the at least one wall of the pod; and the system ejects the frozen confection out of the pod.

IPC Classes  ?

• A23G 9/04 - Production of frozen sweets, e.g. ice-cream
• A23G 9/22 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups
• A23G 9/28 - Details, component parts or accessories of apparatus insofar as not peculiar to a single one of the preceding groups for portioning or dispensing
• A47J 31/00 - Apparatus for making beverages
• A47J 31/44 - Parts or details of beverage-making apparatus