公开(公告)号：US20020114865A1

公开(公告)日：2002-08-22

申请号：US09790000

申请日：2001-02-21

Inventor： William V. Greathouse ,  Clyde E. Shearer

IPC: A23C009/12

CPC classification number: A23B7/154 ,  A23B7/0053 ,  A23B7/148 ,  A23B7/157 ,  A23L19/03

Abstract: A celery product is produced by the steps of optionally cutting the celery to a predetermined length, cooking the celery for a period of about 60-120 seconds in an aqueous medium at a pH of about 1.0 to 1.5 and a temperature of at least 190null F., transferring the cooked celery to an aqueous medium in a filling machine at an initial pH of about 2.4 to 2.6, transferring the celery from the filling machine to a sealable container filled with water at a temperature of about 190null F., sealing the container and allowing the water to cool to form a vacuum packed celery product having a pH of about 3.5 to 4.2. The celery product is shelf stable for long periods of time and retains the flavor and texture of fresh celery due to the short cooking time.

Abstract translation: 通过以下步骤生产芹菜产品：任选地将芹菜切成预定长度，在约1.0-1.5的pH和至少190℃的温度的水性介质中烹制约60-120秒的芹菜 F.在约2.4至2.6的初始pH下将熟芹菜转移到填充机中的水性介质中，将芹菜从填充机转移到在约190°F的温度下填充水的可密封容器，密封 容器中并使水冷却以形成pH为约3.5至4.2的真空包装的芹菜制品。 芹菜产品长期保持稳定，由于烹饪时间短，保留了新鲜芹菜的风味和质感。

公开(公告)号：US20020090425A1

公开(公告)日：2002-07-11

申请号：US09858190

申请日：2001-05-15

Inventor： Raymond Clarke

IPC: B65D085/00 ,  C12C001/027 ,  B65D085/84

CPC classification number: B65D85/345 ,  A23B7/148 ,  A23L3/3418 ,  A23L3/3445 ,  A23V2002/00 ,  B65D81/2084 ,  B65D85/34

Abstract: Packaging of bananas in containers having designed permeabilities to oxygen, carbon dioxide, and ethylene. The containers preferably include a gas-permeable membrane comprising (1) a microporous film, and (2) a polymeric coating on the microporous film. The containers enable storage and/or ripening of bananas under controlled conditions. Using the new containers, bananas can be ripened while they are being transported, or in conventional ripening rooms without opening the bags in which they have been transported. In addition, bananas can be preserved in a satisfactory ripened state for longer periods of time.

Abstract translation: 在设计渗透氧气，二氧化碳和乙烯的容器中包装香蕉。 容器优选包括透气膜，其包括（1）微孔膜，和（2）微孔膜上的聚合物涂层。 容器能够在受控条件下储存和/或成熟香蕉。 使用新的容器，香蕉可以在运输过程中成熟，或者在传统的成熟室中，不打开运输的袋子。 此外，香蕉可以保持在令人满意的成熟状态更长时间。

公开(公告)号：US20010038873A1

公开(公告)日：2001-11-08

申请号：US09113808

申请日：1998-07-09

Inventor： SUSAN AJESKA ,  LAURENCE DON BELL ,  JAMES R. LUGG ,  ROBERT L. MANGAN ,  KRISTA C. SHELLIE

IPC: A23L001/212

CPC classification number: A23B7/144 ,  A23B7/148

Abstract: Methods for disinfesting insect pests such as the Mexican fruit fly in citrus fruit such as grapefruit with minimal adverse effect on fruit quality include placing and maintaining such fruit for a time period of about 15 to about 21 days at a temperature of about 14null to 18null C. and in a gaseous mixture that includes not more than about 0.05% oxygen by volume, a balance nitrogen or up to 20% carbon dioxide in combination with nitrogen.

Abstract translation: 在诸如葡萄柚等柑橘类水果中的诸如墨西哥果蝇之类的灭虫害虫对水果质量的不良影响的方法包括在约14至18℃的温度下放置并保持约15至约21天的时间 并且在气体混合物中，其包含不超过约0.05体积％的氧气，余量为氮气或最多20％的二氧化碳与氮气的组合。

公开(公告)号：US06295820B1

公开(公告)日：2001-10-02

申请号：US09525140

申请日：2000-03-14

Applicant: Charles J. Cauchy ,  George A. Clark ,  Mark S. Thompson ,  Douglas P. Gundlach ,  Dan M. Bruner

Inventor： Charles J. Cauchy ,  George A. Clark ,  Mark S. Thompson ,  Douglas P. Gundlach ,  Dan M. Bruner

IPC: F25B2102

CPC classification number: A23B7/0425 ,  A23B7/148 ,  A23L3/3418 ,  A23L3/363 ,  F25B21/04 ,  F25D17/06 ,  F25D2317/0651 ,  F25D2317/0661

Abstract: A chiller for fresh fruit and other perishable food products is cooled with a thermoelectric device and includes a cool air recirculating system that minimizes air flow path lengths and provides uniform cool air distribution throughout a fruit container removably supported above the thermoelectric module. The cooling air flow duct system is formed in part by the bottom wall of the container, thereby enhancing direct cooling air flow contact in minimizing the lengths of the flow paths.

Abstract translation: 用于新鲜水果和其他易腐食品的冷却器用热电装置冷却，并且包括冷空气循环系统，其使空气流动路径长度最小化，并且在可移除地支撑在热电模块上方的整个水果容器中提供均匀的冷空气分布。 冷却空气流动管道系统由容器的底壁部分地形成，从而在最小化流动路径的长度的同时增强直接的冷却空气流动接触。

公开(公告)号：US06213302B1

公开(公告)日：2001-04-10

申请号：US09503846

申请日：2000-02-15

Applicant: Craig Sanders ,  Johnny Ray Sherrell

Inventor： Craig Sanders ,  Johnny Ray Sherrell

IPC: B65D8102

CPC classification number: B65D85/34 ,  A23B7/148 ,  A23B7/152 ,  B65D81/2076 ,  B65D81/261

Abstract: A tray for packaging sliced tomatoes is disclosed that maintains the tomatoes is fresh condition by controlling the atmosphere surrounding the tomatoes and reducing contact between tomatoes and their serum exudate. This is achieved by a tray configuration that holds the tomato above the exudate which is collected in a reservoir at the base of the tray. Means are provided to facilitate loading tomatoes into the tray and for removing the tomatoes from the tray.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于包装切片番茄的托盘，其通过控制西红柿周围的气氛并减少番茄与其血液渗出物之间的接触来保持番茄是新鲜的。 这通过托盘配置来实现，该托盘配置将番茄上面的收集在托盘底部的容器中的渗出物保持在上面。 提供装置以便于将蕃茄装入托盘并从托盘中取出西红柿。

公开(公告)号：US06190710B1

公开(公告)日：2001-02-20

申请号：US08918584

申请日：1997-08-19

Applicant: Moira Marx Nir ,  Angel Machado ,  Nehemia Aharoni

Inventor： Moira Marx Nir ,  Angel Machado ,  Nehemia Aharoni

IPC: B65B3100

CPC classification number: A23B7/148 ,  A23B9/20 ,  A23L3/3418 ,  B65D81/263 ,  Y10T428/1334 ,  Y10T428/1345 ,  Y10T428/24322 ,  Y10T428/2495

Abstract: A method of preserving produce by providing a plastic packaging material having a thickness of up to about 500 microns and a permeability to water vapor exceeding about 1.5 g mm m−2 per day at 38° C. and 85-90% relative humidity, whereby when the material is used to package produce, no condensation or minimal condensation appears on a surface of the material. Related methods and products produced thereby are also described and claimed.

Abstract translation: 一种通过提供厚度达500微米厚的塑料包装材料和在38℃和85-90％相对湿度下每天超过约1.5克毫米-2毫升水蒸汽渗透率的方法来保存产品，由此 当材料用于包装生产时，材料表面上不会出现冷凝或最小的冷凝。 相关方法和由此产生的产品也被描述和要求保护。

公开(公告)号：US5968573A

公开(公告)日：1999-10-19

申请号：US786887

申请日：1997-01-23

Applicant: Galen D. Kaufman

Inventor： Galen D. Kaufman

IPC: A23B7/148 ,  A23L19/00 ,  A23L1/212

CPC classification number: A23B7/148 ,  A23L19/03

Abstract: This invention describes the transient incorporation of CO.sub.2 gas into fruits and vegetables so as to enhance their flavor. The fruits and vegetables are exposed to a strongly CO.sub.2 environment for a specified amount of time and within a specific temperature range. After this exposure the foodstuffs so exposed will have incorporated some of the CO.sub.2 to which they were exposed to and develop a more effervescent and/or tangy flavor through the uptake of the CO.sub.2 to form carbonic acid. This enhancement in flavor is a direct consequence of CO.sub.2 exposure.

Abstract translation: 本发明描述了将CO 2气体瞬间掺入水果和蔬菜中以增强其风味。 水果和蔬菜暴露于强烈的二氧化碳环境中达指定的时间并在特定的温度范围内。 在这种暴露之后，如此暴露的食品将会掺入一些被暴露于其中的二氧化碳，并通过吸收二氧化碳形成更多的泡腾和/或强烈的风味来形成碳酸。 这种风味增强是二氧化碳暴露的直接后果。

公开(公告)号：US5965185A

公开(公告)日：1999-10-12

申请号：US886878

申请日：1997-07-02

Applicant: Michael Bianco

Inventor： Michael Bianco

IPC: A23L19/00 ,  A23B7/148 ,  A23B7/152 ,  A23N15/06 ,  A23K3/00 ,  A23B4/06

CPC classification number: A23B7/152 ,  A23B7/148

Abstract: A transportable and size-adjustable ripening apparatus for controlled ripening of produce includes a chamber defined by a ceiling, a floor, and walls connecting the ceiling and the floor. The chamber is configured to receive a row of boxed produce that defines an interstitial volume with one of the walls to create a low-pressure plenum. The ripening apparatus also includes an air flow control system for transferring air between a high pressure plenum and the low pressure plenum, and which controls the temperature of the transferred air. The plena are generally enclosed to inhibit airflow therebetween except for airflow through the air control system and through openings in the produce boxes. The air control system includes one system for controlling the flow of air through a refrigeration unit, and another system for circulating air without refrigeration. The invention is preferably constructed from an existing ISO (International Standards Organization) container. The container may be mounted on a chassis with wheels, to thereby be transportable.

Abstract translation: 用于控制成熟的可运输和可调节尺寸的成熟装置包括由天花板，地板和连接天花板和地板的墙限定的室。 腔室被配置为接收一排盒装产品，其用一个壁限定间隙体积，以产生低压增压室。 成熟装置还包括用于在高压集气室和低压集气室之间传送空气的气流控制系统，其控制转移空气的温度。 通常将斑块封闭以阻止气流，除了气流通过空气控制系统和通过产品箱中的开口。 空气控制系统包括用于控制通过制冷单元的空气流的一个系统，以及用于在不进行制冷的情况下循环空气的另一系统。 本发明优选地由现有的ISO（国际标准组织）容器构成。 容器可以安装在具有轮子的底盘上，从而可以运输。

公开(公告)号：US5922383A

公开(公告)日：1999-07-13

申请号：US842001

申请日：1997-04-23

Applicant: James R. Cook ,  Judith A. Matthias ,  Thomas E. Hitch

Inventor： James R. Cook ,  Judith A. Matthias ,  Thomas E. Hitch

IPC: A23B7/015 ,  A23B7/05 ,  A23B7/10 ,  A23B7/148 ,  A23L19/20 ,  A23L3/16 ,  A23L3/34 ,  A23L1/218

CPC classification number: A23B7/148 ,  A23B7/015 ,  A23B7/05 ,  A23B7/10 ,  A23L19/20

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for long term storage of pickles in an environment free of brine or other liquid media. The method includes treating cucumbers in a brine solution at a temperature of about 195.degree. F. and then storing for about 24-72 hours at refrigeration temperatures to make pickles. The brine includes a preservative such as sodium benzoate. The brine is drained from the pickles. The pickles are packaged in a container free of brine or other liquid media at refrigeration temperatures.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种在不含盐水或其它液体介质的环境中长时间贮存泡菜的方法。 该方法包括在约195°F的温度下在盐水溶液中处理黄瓜，然后在冷藏温度下储存大约24-72小时以制成腌汁。 盐水包括防腐剂如苯甲酸钠。 盐水从腌汁中排出。 在冷藏温度下，泡菜包装在没有盐水或其他液体介质的容器中。

公开(公告)号：US5689913A

公开(公告)日：1997-11-25

申请号：US698773

申请日：1996-08-16

Applicant: Randolph M. Beaudry

Inventor： Randolph M. Beaudry

IPC: A23B7/148 ,  A23B7/152 ,  A23B7/16 ,  A01C1/00

CPC classification number: A23B7/148 ,  A23B7/152 ,  A23B7/16

Abstract: A patch (10, 30, 40) or other device applied to a fruit or vegetable for releasing a gas, preferably ethylene, which accelerates maturation or which retards maturation, preferably carbon dioxide. The device attaches to a portion of the fruit or vegetable and releases the gas upon application or upon demand. Ripening or retardation is selective in a bunch of connected fruits such as bananas when applied to one finger, thereby providing selective ripening.

Abstract translation: 适用于水果或蔬菜以释放气体，优选乙烯的片剂（10,30,40）或其它装置，其加速成熟或延迟成熟，优选二氧化碳。 该装置附着于水果或蔬菜的一部分，并在施用时或根据需要释放气体。 成熟或延迟在一串连接的水果如香蕉中是选择性的，当应用于一根手指时，从而提供选择性成熟。