초록 ▼

A method for processing at least one rope of aerated confectionery foam. The method includes extruding at least one rope of aerated confectionery foam from an extruder. The rope is conveyed from the extruder to a rotary cutter. An anti-sticking agent, such as powdered starch, is applied to the rope

A method for processing at least one rope of aerated confectionery foam. The method includes extruding at least one rope of aerated confectionery foam from an extruder. The rope is conveyed from the extruder to a rotary cutter. An anti-sticking agent, such as powdered starch, is applied to the rope as the rope is conveyed from the extruder to the rotary cutter. Finally, the rope is cut into pieces with the rotary cutter. In one preferred embodiment, the rotary cutter is operated to perform at least 5,000 cuts per minute.

대표청구항 ▼

[What is claimed is:] [1.]extruding at least one rope of aerated confectionery foam from an extruder;conveying the rope from the extruder and directing a leading edge of the rope upon a stationary anvil;applying an anti-sticking agent to the rope as the rope is conveyed from the extruder to the anvi

[What is claimed is:] [1.]extruding at least one rope of aerated confectionery foam from an extruder;conveying the rope from the extruder and directing a leading edge of the rope upon a stationary anvil;applying an anti-sticking agent to the rope as the rope is conveyed from the extruder to the anvil;passing the leading edge of the rope beyond the anvil;rotating a rotary cutter having a plurality of circumferentially spaced blades to cause one of the plurality of blades to come into contact with the leading edge of the rope extending beyond the anvil;cutting the leading edge of the rope with the rotary cutter;extending successive leading edges of the rope beyond the anvil; andcontinuing to cut the rope into pieces with each successive leading edge being sliced off by a respective one of the plurality of blades.