Patent ID: 6539743
Filing Date: 2003-04-01
Classification: A23G,A23L,F25D

Abstract:
A transport assembly for a cryogenic processor comprising:an elongated housing forming a channel for the delivery of a frozen product from an intake end to a discharge end, the elongated housing being configured to receive the frozen product from the cryogenic processor; a screw-type conveyor disposed within the elongated housing for movement of the frozen product from the intake end to the discharge end; a drive motor assembly configured to rotate the screw-type conveyor, the drive motor being coupled to the screw-type conveyor via a chain and sprocket; a nozzle assembly for attachment to the transport assembly at the discharge end, the nozzle assembly being configured to inject wash and rinse solutions into the elongated housing; and a drain line disposed near the intake end of the elongated housing, the drain line for facilitating a clean in place procedure.