公开(公告)号：WO2005016766A2

公开(公告)日：2005-02-24

申请号：PCT/US2004/026089

申请日：2004-08-11

Applicant: TILIA INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Inventor： HIGER, Landen ,  ALBRITTON, Charles, Wade

IPC: B65D

CPC classification number: B65B31/025 ,  Y10T137/3476

Abstract: A method and apparatus for a vacuum packaging appliance spice rack accessory', is illustrated and described. In one embodiment, the invention is an apparatus for use with a vacuum appliance. The apparatus includes a first module including a manifold and a drawer. The manifold has a cavity sized to receive the drawer, and a set of valves, each valve of the set of valves set into a wall of the manifold between an internal cavity of the manifold and an exterior surface of the manifold. The manifold has a drawer valve, the drawer valve set into a wall between the cavity to receive the drawer and the internal cavity. The manifold has a hose valve, the hose valve set into an exterior wall of the manifold between the internal cavity and a back end of the manifold. The drawer is sized to fit into the cavity to receive the drawer. The drawer has a valve positioned to mate with the drawer valve of the manifold. The drawer is sized to fill the cavity and to seal an opening of the cavity.

Abstract translation: 示出并描述了真空包装设备香料架附件的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，本发明是一种与真空器具一起使用的装置。 该装置包括包括歧管和抽屉的第一模块。 歧管具有尺寸设置成容纳抽屉的腔体和一组阀，该组阀的每个阀在歧管的内腔和歧管的外表面之间设置在歧管的壁中。 歧管有抽屉阀，抽屉阀设置在腔体之间的壁中，以接收抽屉和内腔。 歧管具有软管阀，软管阀设置在内腔和歧管后端之间的歧管的外壁。 抽屉的尺寸适合装入空腔以接收抽屉。 抽屉具有定位成与歧管的抽屉阀匹配的阀。 抽屉的尺寸设置成填充空腔并密封空腔的开口。

公开(公告)号：WO2005012725A2

公开(公告)日：2005-02-10

申请号：PCT/US2004/023612

申请日：2004-07-21

Applicant: TILIA INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Inventor： HIGER, Landen

IPC: F04B

CPC classification number: B65B31/046 ,  F04B49/022 ,  F04B2205/01

Abstract: The invention is directed to methods providing intelligent and variable speed control of a vacuum pump, intelligent vacuum pump controllers, intelligent vacuum packaging appliances, and vacuum feedback devices and methods. This Abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及提供真空泵的智能和可变速度控制的方法，智能真空泵控制器，智能真空包装装置和真空反馈装置和方法。 提供本摘要以符合要求摘要的规则。 提交它的理解是，它不会用于解释或限制权利要求的范围或含义。

公开(公告)号：WO2005012092A2

公开(公告)日：2005-02-10

申请号：PCT/US2004/024923

申请日：2004-07-30

Applicant: TILIA INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Inventor： HIGER, Landen ,  ALBRITTON, Charles, Wade

IPC: B65B

CPC classification number: B65B31/046 ,  B65B51/148

Abstract: A vacuum packaging appliance for sealing items in a plastic gab is disclosed. The appliance comprises a lid adapted to define a vacuum chamber when it is moved to a closed position relative to a trough in the base of the device. The trough in the lower portion of the device contains a heat-sealing element used to seal the contents of the bag once the vacuum packaging is complete. In another embodiment, the heat-sealing element is mounted on the lid of the device and comes into contact with the vacuum bag when the lid is in a closed position. The placement of the heat-sealing element minimizes wasted bag material as the seal is placed closer to the end of the bag itself.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于密封塑胶袋中物品的真空包装设备。 该器具包括盖170，盖170适于当真空室相对于装置的底部中的槽移动到关闭位置时限定真空室。 装置的下部（38）中的槽包含用于在真空包装完成时密封袋的内容物的热封元件。

公开(公告)号：WO2003057355A1

公开(公告)日：2003-07-17

申请号：PCT/US2002/041421

申请日：2002-12-27

Applicant: TILIA INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Inventor： LAWSON, Anthony, C. ,  BRAKES, David ,  FLORES, Michael ,  HIGER, Landen

IPC: B01F7/16

CPC classification number: B01F7/00583 ,  A47J43/0722 ,  A47J43/085 ,  B01F7/00291 ,  B01F13/04 ,  B01F13/045

Abstract: The present invention is a food processing system (100). The drive unit (101, 104) of the food processing system incorporates a bi-directional drive, allowing attachments to operate in a forward and reverse direction. The drive unit also has two independent, concentric shafts (112 and 114). Each shaft rotates independently of the other, while simultaneously rotating at two different speeds. The food processing system also incorporates attachments (200) with no sharp edges. Thus an individual can assist in mixing the food while the food processor is operaing and not cut their hands.

Abstract translation: 本发明是食品加工系统（100）。 食品加工系统的驱动单元（101,104）包括双向驱动器，允许附件在正向和反向方向上操作。 驱动单元还具有两个独立的同心轴（112和114）。 每个轴独立于另一个旋转，同时以两种不同的速度旋转。 食品加工系统还包括没有锋利边缘的附件（200）。 因此，个体可以在食物处理器操作而不是切割手时协助混合食物。

公开(公告)号：WO2005081843A2

公开(公告)日：2005-09-09

申请号：PCT/US2005/004957

申请日：2005-02-16

Applicant: TILIA INTERNATIONAL, INC

Inventor： HIGER, Landen ,  ALBRITTON, Charles, Wade

Abstract: A lidless vacuum packaging appliance whereby the number of movable parts is reduced is disclosed. A lidless appliance effectively reduces wear and tear of the appliance. Further, the lidless design allows for convenient placement in the operational environment of the appliance.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种减少可动部件数量的无盖式真空包装机。 无盖设备有效地减少了设备的磨损。 此外，无盖设计允许方便地放置在设备的操作环境中。

公开(公告)号：WO2005012778A2

公开(公告)日：2005-02-10

申请号：PCT/US2004/024961

申请日：2004-07-30

Applicant: TILIA INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Inventor： SMALL, Steven ,  HIGER, Landen ,  ALBRITTON, Charles, Wade

IPC: F16L

CPC classification number: B65B31/041 ,  A47L9/0036 ,  A47L9/0063 ,  F04B39/123

Abstract: A method and apparatus for vacuum hose management is illustrated and described. In one embodiment, the invention is an apparatus for use with a vacuum appliance. The apparatus includes a hose having a first end and a second end. The apparatus also includes a holding component coupled to the hose. The holding component is tension mounted to a housing of the vacuum appliance. The holding component has a first and a second position, the first position corresponding to the hose within the housing, and the second position corresponding to the hose partially outside the housing. The apparatus also includes a connector connected to the second end of the hose, the connector sized larger than an opening in the housing through which the hose is threaded. The holding component may be a wheel mounted on an arm, with the arm rotatably coupled to the housing through a pivot and a spring.

Abstract translation: 示出和描述了用于真空软管管理的方法和装置。 在一个实施例中，本发明是一种与真空器具一起使用的装置。 该装置包括具有第一端和第二端的软管。 该装置还包括联接到软管的保持部件。 保持部件被拉紧安装到真空器具的壳体上。 保持部件具有第一位置和第二位置，第一位置对应于壳体内的软管，并且第二位置对应于软管部分地在壳体外部。 该设备还包括连接到软管的第二端的连接器，该连接器的尺寸大于壳体中的开口，软管穿过该开口。 保持部件可以是安装在臂上的轮，臂通过枢轴和弹簧可旋转地联接到壳体。

公开(公告)号：WO2005012094A2

公开(公告)日：2005-02-10

申请号：PCT/US2004/025059

申请日：2004-07-30

Applicant: TILIA INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Inventor： ALBRITTON, Charles, Wade ,  HIGER, Landen

IPC: B65B

CPC classification number: B65B31/046 ,  B29C65/223 ,  B29C65/30 ,  B29C66/00145 ,  B29C66/1122 ,  B29C66/43121 ,  B29C66/81457 ,  B29C66/81811 ,  B29C66/8221 ,  B29C66/8324 ,  B29C66/849 ,  B29C66/91231 ,  B29C66/91421 ,  B29C66/961 ,  B65B51/146

Abstract: A vacuum packaging appliance for heat sealing items in a vacuum packaging plastic bag is disclosed. The appliance comprises a lid adapted to define a vacuum chamber when it is moved to a closed position relative to a trough in the base of the device. Adjacent to a trough in the lower portion of the device, a heat sealing element is placed in order to seal the contents of the bag once the vacuum packaging is complete. In another embodiment, the heat sealing element is mounted on the lid of the device and comes into contact with the vacuum bag when the lid is in a closed position. The heat sealing elements are controlled by a controller that allows operator selections of seals and sealing time adjustments based on inputs from a plurality of sensors. The controller is further able to energize one or two of the heating elements based on predetermined conditions. The methods and structures described control both heating and cooling of the heat sealing elements. The vacuum pump exhaust may also be directed below the heat sealing elements in order to cool the elements. The control and placement of the heat sealing elements allows for precise feedback and temperature control of the elements and therefore ensuring proper vacuum sealing of the containers.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种用于真空包装塑料袋中的热封件的真空包装设备。 该器具包括适于当真空室相对于装置的底部中的槽移动到关闭位置时限定真空室的盖。 在设备下部的槽附近，放置热封元件，以便在真空包装完成后密封袋的内容物。 在另一个实施例中，当盖处于关闭位置时，热封元件安装在装置的盖上并与真空袋接触。 热封元件由控制器控制，控制器允许操作者根据来自多个传感器的输入来选择密封和密封时间调节。 控制器还能够基于预定条件激励一个或两个加热元件。 所描述的方法和结构控制热封元件的加热和冷却。 真空泵排气也可以被引导到热密封元件的下面，以便冷却元件。 热封元件的控制和放置允许元件的精确的反馈和温度控制，从而确保容器的适当的真空密封。

公开(公告)号：WO2005012093A2

公开(公告)日：2005-02-10

申请号：PCT/US2004/025052

申请日：2004-07-30

Applicant: TILIA INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Inventor： HIGER, Landen ,  WU, hongyu

IPC: B65B

CPC classification number: B65B31/046

Abstract: Vacuum packaging appliances and methods of vacuum packaging objects are disclosed herein. In one embodiment, an appliance includes a base, a lid movably coupled to the base, a vacuum chamber portion on the base and/or the lid for receiving an open end of a bag, and a vacuum pump operably coupled to the vacuum chamber portion for removing gas from the vacuum chamber portion. The lid includes a distal end, a proximal end opposite the distal end, and a major dimension between the distal and proximal ends. The base can also include a distal end, a proximal end opposite the distal end, and a major dimension between the distal and proximal ends.

Abstract translation: 本文公开了真空包装设备和真空包装物体的方法。 在一个实施例中，器具包括基座，可移动地联接到基座的盖子，底座上的真空室部分和/或用于接收袋的开口端的盖子，以及可操作地耦合到真空室部分的真空泵 用于从真空室部分去除气体。 盖包括远端，与远端相对的近端，以及远端和近端之间的主要尺寸。 基部还可以包括远端，与远端相对的近端，以及远端和近端之间的主要尺寸。

公开(公告)号：WO2005012090A2

公开(公告)日：2005-02-10

申请号：PCT/US2004/024453

申请日：2004-07-28

Applicant: TILIA INTERNATIONAL, INC. ,  SMALL, Steven ,  HIGER, Landen

Inventor： SMALL, Steven ,  HIGER, Landen

IPC: B65B

CPC classification number: B65B31/046 ,  B65B51/148

Abstract: The present invention teaches a bag clamp for use with a vacuum packaging appliance. The bag clamp has an open and a closed position. The open position is suitable for receiving an open end of a vacuum bag. The closed position is suitable for capturing and holding the open end of the vacuum bag during operation of the vacuum packaging appliance. A vacuum packaging appliance according to the present invention has at least one bag clamp, typically disposed within and fixedly attached to a drip tray. The present invention further teaches removable drip trays and vacuum packaging appliances with removable drip trays holding one or more bag clamps.

Abstract translation: 本发明教导了一种用于真空包装器具的袋夹。 袋夹具有打开和关闭位置。 打开位置适合于接收真空袋的开口端。 关闭位置适用于在真空包装设备操作期间捕获和保持真空袋的开口端。 根据本发明的真空包装装置具有至少一个袋夹，通常设置在滴水盘内并固定地附接到滴水盘。 本发明进一步教导了可拆卸的滴水盘和真空包装设备，其具有可移动的滴水托盘，其具有一个或多个袋夹。