Patent ID: 8100355
Filing Date: 2012-01-24
Classification: A22C,B02C

Abstract:
1. A device for transporting and processing foodstuffs, comprising: a feeding device; a grinder including a housing with an input and an outlet, the housing containing cutting elements adapted to mince the foodstuffs; a drive element adapted to drive the cutting elements; and supporting elements coupled to the housing of the grinder and adapted to support the grinder as the grinder engages and disengages from the drive elements, the supporting elements including at least two hinge links which pivot to allow the grinder to move axially along the drive element and also allow swivel movement of the grinder when the grinder is disengaged from the drive element, wherein the cutting elements are mounted within the housing such that the cutting elements can be extended through the outlet by a force applied to an input-side of the housing.