Apparatus for slicing apples

Details Apparatus for slicing apples Apparatus for slicing apples

2006-06-20

2009-11-03

Simone, Timothy F. (Department: 3742)

Foods and beverages: apparatus

Means to treat food

Subdividing into plural products

C099S543000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07610850

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus for slicing apples is provided. The slicer utilizes thinner blades than known in the art, with a thickness less than 300 microns, and preferably between 180 and 220 microns. Each of the thinner blades is supported against bending, warping or twisting by a novel clinch buckle which rigidly supports the outer end or ends of each blades. The clinch buckle is rigidly connected to bent tabs formed at the outer end or ends of each blade and supports the outer ends across the full width of the blades. The clinch buckle is supported by an outer blade support ring and is captured by the outer support ring to prevent rotation of the clinch buckle. The thinner blade reduces cell damage, reduces the amount of sealant or neutralizer needed to slow or prevent oxidation of enzymes released from cells ruptured by slicing, and delays the onset of browning. A serrated blade is used to further reduce the extent of cell damage.

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