Patent ID: 6197355
Filing Date: 2001-03-06
Classification: A23G

Abstract:
A method of processing at least one rope of aerated confectionery foam, the method comprising: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.