Patent ID: 7767237
Filing Date: 2010-08-03
Classification: A23G,B30B

Abstract:
1. A method of preparing a chewing gum composition, the method comprising: (a) continuously extruding a rope of liquid-filled chewing gum; (b) applying a material to the rope, said material being selected from the group consisting of food grade oils, oil-based materials, edible lubricants, and combinations thereof; and (c) contacting the rope of liquid-filled gum with a gum forming mechanism to form individual gum pieces, said gum forming mechanism comprising a plurality of die cavities formed between a rotating drum mechanism and a rotating cutting ring mechanism having die members, said die members having product engaging surfaces which are slanted at a compound angle relative to the longitudinal direction of said die cavities; and (d) removing said individual gum pieces from said cavities.