WO2022229891A1 - Système de perforation pour la préparation de boissons instantanées - Google Patents

Système de perforation pour la préparation de boissons instantanées Download PDF

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WO2022229891A1
WO2022229891A1 PCT/IB2022/053939 IB2022053939W WO2022229891A1 WO 2022229891 A1 WO2022229891 A1 WO 2022229891A1 IB 2022053939 W IB2022053939 W IB 2022053939W WO 2022229891 A1 WO2022229891 A1 WO 2022229891A1
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Jorge Manuel CORDEIRO SANTOS
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Vipex, S.A.
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D51/00—Closures not otherwise provided for
    • B65D51/24—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes
    • B65D51/28—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with auxiliary containers for additional articles or materials
    • B65D51/2807—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with auxiliary containers for additional articles or materials the closure presenting means for placing the additional articles or materials in contact with the main contents by acting on a part of the closure without removing the closure, e.g. by pushing down, pulling up, rotating or turning a part of the closure, or upon initial opening of the container
    • B65D51/2814—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with auxiliary containers for additional articles or materials the closure presenting means for placing the additional articles or materials in contact with the main contents by acting on a part of the closure without removing the closure, e.g. by pushing down, pulling up, rotating or turning a part of the closure, or upon initial opening of the container the additional article or materials being released by piercing, cutting or tearing an element enclosing it
    • B65D51/2821—Closures not otherwise provided for combined or co-operating with auxiliary devices for non-closing purposes with auxiliary containers for additional articles or materials the closure presenting means for placing the additional articles or materials in contact with the main contents by acting on a part of the closure without removing the closure, e.g. by pushing down, pulling up, rotating or turning a part of the closure, or upon initial opening of the container the additional article or materials being released by piercing, cutting or tearing an element enclosing it said element being a blister, a capsule or like sealed container
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47J—KITCHEN EQUIPMENT; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; APPARATUS FOR MAKING BEVERAGES
    • A47J31/00—Apparatus for making beverages
    • A47J31/40—Beverage-making apparatus with dispensing means for adding a measured quantity of ingredients, e.g. coffee, water, sugar, cocoa, milk, tea
    • A47J31/407—Beverage-making apparatus with dispensing means for adding a measured quantity of ingredients, e.g. coffee, water, sugar, cocoa, milk, tea with ingredient-containing cartridges; Cartridge-perforating means
    • A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
    • A47J—KITCHEN EQUIPMENT; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; APPARATUS FOR MAKING BEVERAGES
    • A47J43/00—Implements for preparing or holding food, not provided for in other groups of this subclass
    • A47J43/27—Implements for preparing or holding food, not provided for in other groups of this subclass for mixing drinks; Hand-held shakers

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  • the present invention relates, in general, to beverage dispensers and, more particularly, to systems for preparing instant beverages from solid or liquid concentrated preparations.
  • One of the main problems is that they are often burned outdoors, which leads to air pollution. Inhalation of contaminated air can cause respiratory disorders.
  • Another problem caused by plastic is that animals mistake plastic waste for food and, in most cases, ingest it, with fatal consequences. Large amounts of plastic have been found in the stomachs of many dead animals.
  • Another problem is that marine animals get trapped in plastic waste and end up starving to death.
  • One of the most serious consequences of using plastics is that they filter out dangerous chemicals, forming breeding grounds for diseases and contaminating the land, thus reducing productive areas.
  • Most plastics also end up in landfills and, as they take years to decompose, they accumulate, resulting in health risks for people, animals and plants.
  • Beverages marketed to consumers are typically distributed in plastic bottles. These bottles occupy various resources, for example in transit, in the retail environment and in end-user locations such as their homes. Some systems may resolve some of these disadvantages by selling concentrated beverages designed to be diluted with liquid, such as water. These solutions can reduce the waste associated with other distribution mechanisms, such as plastic bottles, but require large and expensive systems that are too cumbersome and cumbersome to be used by consumers other than retail outlets selling large amounts of beverages. Even for these establishments, the expertise and costs required to maintain conventional post-mix systems are inconvenient. May require calibration on a regular basis to ensure the correct amount of beverage concentrate is properly combined with the liquid. Any calibration error or machine failure is often only discovered after customers complain about the taste of the beverage and more time is needed to check and correct the concentrate to liquid ratio.
  • Patent document US10610045 describes a drilling apparatus that includes an inner part composed of a rigid material and an outer part composed of a flexible material that encompasses the inner part.
  • the outer part has an upper part disposed above the inner part which has a greater range of motion than the outer part which encompasses the inner part.
  • the piercing apparatus further includes a perforator composed of a rigid material which is connected to the inner part by a plurality of arms which radially extend from the perforator to the inner part.
  • the plurality of arms defines a plurality of openings between the arms.
  • the outer piece includes a circumferential ridge protruding from an outer surface of the outer part.
  • the system of the present invention is composed of three parts with a simpler operating system, without the need for a plurality of arms or openings between the arms. From the user's point of view, there is a simplification in the use of the system, as well as reducing the amount of plastic required for the production of the system, being more efficient both from a technical point of view and from an environmental point of view.
  • Neo Mixer bottles marketed by Prozis. These bottles do not comprise a capsule piercing system, but rather a system in which a support of a beverage preparation is released into a container, the preparation being released into the interior of the container, mixing with the liquid (for example water) to obtain the drink.
  • the present invention discloses a capsule piercing system with the advantage of dispensing with the addition of the preparation to the system immediately before its use. Additionally, the present invention discloses a system whose operating system is completely different from that of the Neo Mixer bottle, simplifying its use for the user.
  • a piercing system suitable for a beverage container is described.
  • the present invention describes a system for preparing instant drinks comprising a top cap, a base cap and a capsule holder.
  • the present invention discloses a bottle comprising the capsule piercing system for dissolving various concentrates, liquid or powder, in water or other liquids, according to the present invention.
  • the present invention relates to a capsule piercing system (3) for preparing instant drinks
  • a capsule piercing system (3) for preparing instant drinks
  • a top cap (1) a base cap (2) adaptable to the top cap (1)
  • a capsule support (4) consisting of a base and a wall, comprising: a central axis (14) extending in a plurality of pointed axes (13) with intervals (17) therebetween; each pointed axis (13) ending in a blade, making up a plurality of blades; a plurality of cutting ribs (12) connecting the blades together; wherein the capsule support wall comprises a plurality of grooves (15) and wherein the diameter of the capsule support (4) is greater than the diameter of the capsule (3) to be pierced.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the top cap comprises an outer part and an inner part (6), wherein the outer part has at least two protuberances.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the base cap (2) comprises a knob (11) and at least two holes or housings into which the at least two protrusions fit.
  • the system of the present invention in which the position of the button (11) varies between a rest position, which should be understood in the context of the present invention as a position in which the system is inoperative, and a position in which the blades pierce the capsule (3), releasing its contents.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the plurality of pointed axes (13) is 1-16, preferably 8-14, even more preferably 12.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the plurality of blades is 1-16, preferably 8-14, even more preferably 12, varying depending on the diameter of the capsule and support.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the plurality of cutting ribs (12) is 1-16, preferably 8-14, even more preferably 12, varying depending on the diameter of the capsule and support.
  • system of the present invention additionally comprises a mouthpiece (9).
  • system of the present invention additionally comprises between 3-16 guide ribs (18).
  • the button is made of a flexible material, which deforms and has sufficient travel to allow the capsule to be moved from the rest position until it is pierced by the blades.
  • system of the present invention comprises two diametrically opposed grooves (16) whose dimensions are greater than those of the remaining grooves (15).
  • the system of the present invention wherein the capsule holder additionally comprises a stop mechanism, preferably a flap.
  • the thickness of the cutting ribs (12) is 0.5 to 3mm, preferably 1 to 2mm, more preferably 1.5mm.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the diameter of the pointed shafts (13) is 1 to 5 mm, preferably 2 to 4 mm, more preferably 3 mm.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the diameter of the central axis (14) is 1 to 7 mm, preferably 3 to 5 mm, more preferably 4 mm.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the height of the grooves is from 5 to 37 mm, preferably 18 to 26 mm, more preferably between 20 to 24 mm, even more preferably 22 mm.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the height of the diametrically opposed grooves is from 5 to 37 mm, preferably 25 to 35 mm, even more preferably between 30 mm.
  • the width of the grooves is from 2 to 25 mm, preferably 8 to 10 mm, more preferably 9.35 mm.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the width of the diametrically opposed grooves is from 10 to 25 mm, preferably 18 to 26 mm, more preferably between 20 to 24 mm, even more preferably 23.4 mm.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the capsule support (4) is partially or completely made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene and/or styrene acrylonitrile.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the base cap (2) and top cap (1) are each wholly or partially made of a thermoplastic material, preferably polypropylene and/or elastomers. thermoplastics and/or biopolymers.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the inner part (6) and the button (11) are each wholly or partially made of materials thermoplastic elastomeric and/or styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene and/or poly(styrene-butadiene-styrene) and/or thermoplastic polyurethane and/or biopolymer.
  • system of the present invention further comprises a container, wherein the container is configured to receive a liquid and to engage said piercing system.
  • the system of the present invention wherein the container is partially or entirely made of bisphenol A free compounds, preferably copolyesters comprising different ratios of dimethylterephthalate, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol and 2,2,4 ,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol.
  • the present invention discloses a bottle (5) comprising the system of the present invention with a protrusion inside the neck. This overhang makes it possible to adapt the system of the present invention, with the associated advantages.
  • the present invention discloses a device comprising the system of the present invention. This device makes it possible to adapt the system of the present invention.
  • the present invention discloses a process for using the bottle (5) or device of any of the identified embodiments comprising the following steps: adapting the system of the present invention to the bottle neck/device socket ; placing the capsule (3) in the capsule holder (4); close the bottle/device; pressing the button (11) in order to push the capsule (3) downwards so that it is under pressure against the blades of the capsule holder causing the blades to pierce and rupture the capsule, preferably the typical capsule coating film , thus releasing the contents thereof into the bottle; optionally stir.
  • the present invention discloses a process comprising the additional step of filling the bottle or device with a liquid.
  • the present invention discloses a process for manufacturing a piercing system comprising the step of creating at least one mold compatible with the formation of a top cap, a base cap, a capsule holder consisting of a base and a grooved wall, a central axis extending in a plurality of pointed axes with intervals between them, each pointed axis ending on a blade, making up a plurality of blades, a plurality of ribs connecting the blades together.
  • the present invention discloses the use of the system of any of the described embodiments for coffee machines, beverage dispensers or beverage dispensing devices.
  • Figure 1 illustrates the system of the invention adapted to a container.
  • Figure 2 illustrates a cross-section of the system of the invention adapted to a container.
  • Figure 3 illustrates a second cross-section of the system of the invention adapted to a container.
  • Figure 4 illustrates two exterior views of the system of the invention adapted to a container, constituting the product "bottle”.
  • Figure 5 illustrates the details of the capsule support.
  • Figure 6 illustrates two views of the back of the base cover.
  • Figure 7 illustrates two views of the ventral part of the top cover.
  • the type of container used for a beverage can depend on several factors, including, for example, the consumer to which the beverage is being marketed, the distribution channel and/or the quantity of beverages sold.
  • the instant beverage preparation system of the present invention comprises a top cap, a base cap and a capsule holder.
  • the top cover comprises 2 parts: the outer part and the inner part.
  • the outer part is made of a more rigid material, it has 2 pins that fit into 2 holes or housings in the base cap in order to create a rotation axis that allows the cap to be opened and closed, and the inner part is made of more flexible material in order to guarantee watertightness when fitted to the mouth of the base cover.
  • the base cap comprises a circular surface adaptable to the top cap, a knob and a mouthpiece.
  • the base cap comprises at least 2 materials with different properties.
  • the button area is made of flexible material to allow it to deform and to have sufficient travel to allow the capsule to be moved from its resting position until it is pierced by the plurality of blades.
  • the mouthpiece has a rim that helps ensure watertightness when fitted to the flexible area of the top cap.
  • the blades have the shape of pointed shafts and are between 1-16, preferably 10. These blades are connected by cutting ribs that aid in the capsule rupture process.
  • the capsule support comprises a central axis, whose function is to keep the capsule film at the same level to maintain uniform pressure on the capsule and homogeneous perforation.
  • the central axis extends to 6 to 16 pointed axes, preferably 10 pointed axes that end in 6 - 16 blades, preferably 10 blades, joined by cutting ribs.
  • the cutting ribs are vertically shaped triangular ribs with a pointed protrusion in the center of each, which allows for puncturing the protective film of the capsule.
  • the base of the support has gaps between the pointed axes that come out of the central axis, which serve as a channel for the passage of the concentrated preparation to the liquid.
  • One of the differentiating characteristics of the present invention is that the diameter of the capsule support is greater than the diameter of the capsule itself, in order to allow that, after the beverage prepared, it can remain inside the system, even during its use.
  • two of the grooves - diametrically opposed grooves - have a larger dimension than the remaining grooves, to facilitate the removal of the capsule after use.
  • the holder has guiding ribs all the way around to guide the capsule.
  • the present invention discloses a bottle with a neck of different diameters adaptable to the system disclosed in the present invention.
  • a projection that serves as a stop to prevent the support from entering the bottle when the capsule is pressed.
  • the use of the bottle of the present invention is as follows: i) Fill the bottle with water; ii) Place the support in the housing on the neck of the bottle; iii) Place the capsule in the holder; iv) Close the bottle with the cap; v) Press the button in order to push the capsule downwards so that it is pressed against the blades of the support. The blades pierce and break the plastic film of the capsule, thus releasing its contents into the bottle.
  • the user may shake the set.
  • the use of the bottle of the present invention is done as follows: placing the capsule, transporting the empty bottle; fill with liquid at the end, through the nozzle.
  • the ribs are strong enough to withstand the pressure exerted to break the capsule, but thin enough to have a blade effect.
  • the pointed shafts are robust enough to withstand the pressure exerted to break the capsule.
  • the central axis has a slightly larger diameter since it will be the first point of support when we press the capsule and the force exerted may be punctually higher at that point.
  • the dimension of the grooves allows the water to easily pass through when drinking with the capsule still housed in the support. On the other hand, the remaining space occupied by plastic is enough to guarantee the robustness of the support. [0089] The size of these grooves makes it possible to place a finger on each side of the holder and remove it more easily from the bottle, either to remove the capsule or to wash it.
  • the capsule support is totally or partially made of a plastic material free of bisphenol compounds, namely bisphenol A (BPA).
  • BPA bisphenol A
  • top cap and the base cap are wholly or partially each made of polypropylene and/or biopolymer and/or a thermoplastic material, PA, PE, PLA.
  • the bottle is composed wholly or partially of copolyesters comprising different ratios of the material dimethylterephthalate, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol and 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol.
  • BPA-free it is not made with bisphenol A (BPA) or other bisphenol compounds such as bisphenol S (BPS); impact resistant — products can be used without fear of shattering; hardness — prolonging service life, thereby reducing waste; durability — encouraging proper sanitation for greater safety; light weight — making handling easier without risk of breakage; and absence of estrogenic or androgenic activity.
  • the capsule support is wholly or partially made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), PA, PBT, ASA, PC, PC/ABS, PCTG, PET, POM, PS, PE, PEEK, PM MA, SMMA.
  • ABS acrylonitrile butadiene styrene
  • ABS excellent resistance to impact and chemical abrasion; high rigidity and strength; easily machined and thermoformed; easy to paint and paste; good dimensional stability; excellent electrical properties.
  • the capsule support is wholly or partially made of styrene acrylonitrile (SAN).
  • SAN styrene acrylonitrile
  • the inner piece and the button are each wholly or partially made of thermoplastic elastomeric materials and/or styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene (SEBS) and/or poly(styrene- butadiene-styrene) (SBS) and/or thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) and/or biopolymer, TPR, SILICONE, EVA, Rubber.
  • SEBS styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene
  • SBS poly(styrene- butadiene-styrene)
  • TPU thermoplastic polyurethane
  • biopolymer TPR, SILICONE, EVA, Rubber
  • the support of the invention is a universal support adapted to receive different conformations of capsules, namely oval, semi-oval, spherical, semi-spherical, square, parallelepiped and the like.
  • One of the main advantages of the invention is to dispense with the addition of the preparation to the system immediately before its use and at the same time allow the maintenance of the preparation casing inside the system before, during and after its use, thus allowing to minimize the environmental impact, reducing the ecological footprint.

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L'invention concerne une bouteille comprenant un système de perforation pour machines à café, distributeurs de boissons ou dispositifs de distribution de boissons. Le système de perforation de capsule (3) pour la préparation de boissons instantanées comprend : un couvercle supérieur (1); un couvercle inférieur (2) adaptable au couvercle supérieur (1); un support de capsule (4) constitué d'une base et d'une paroi, comprenant un axe central (14) qui se prolonge en une pluralité de broches pointues (13) espacées par des intervalles (17); chaque broche pointue (13) se terminant en une lame, portant une pluralité de lames; une pluralité de nervures coupantes (12) qui lient les lames entre elles; la paroi du support de la capsule comprenant une pluralité de sillons (15) et le diamètre du support de la capsule (4) étant supérieur au diamètre de la capsule (3) à perforer.
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EP1580143A1 (fr) * 2004-03-26 2005-09-28 ILLYCAFFE' S.p.A. Capsule intégrée pour l'extraction d'une boisson
US20080223741A1 (en) * 2007-03-16 2008-09-18 The Coca-Cola Company Ingredient Release Spout
US20080290061A1 (en) * 2004-10-01 2008-11-27 Fritz Seelhofer Capsule Closure

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EP1580143A1 (fr) * 2004-03-26 2005-09-28 ILLYCAFFE' S.p.A. Capsule intégrée pour l'extraction d'une boisson
US20080290061A1 (en) * 2004-10-01 2008-11-27 Fritz Seelhofer Capsule Closure
US20080223741A1 (en) * 2007-03-16 2008-09-18 The Coca-Cola Company Ingredient Release Spout

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