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Method of strip cutting raw potatoes
Assignee: Ore Ida Foods Inc
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Filing: 1977-08-22
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Granted: 1979-01-16
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Expires: 1997-08-22
Abstract
Abstract Raw potatoes are heated throughout to a temperature of 130-145° F and then are hydraulically passed through a knife device provided with strip cutter members.
Inventors
- 👤 Joseph L. Hodges
- 👤 Glen R. Green
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 01:03
CPC Classifications
B; B26; B26D; B26D7/00; B26D7/06; B26D7/0658; A; A23; A23L; A23L19/00; A23L19/10; A23L19/12; A23L19/14; B26D3/00; B26D3/18; B26D3/185; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T83/00; Y10T83/202; Y10T83/2066; Y10T83/2092; Y10T83/2209; Y10T83/2213; Y10T83/647; Y10T83/6472; Y10T83/6476; Y10T83/6478; Y10T83/6481; Y10T83/6584; Y10T83/6587; Y10T83/6588; Y10T83/929; Y10T83/9493; Y10T83/9498
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
61 words
In the strip cutting of raw potatoes by hydraulically passing said raw potatoes through a knife device provided with strip cutter members, the improvement comprising first subjecting the potatoes to a conditioning treatment at a temperature within the range of substantially 130° to 145° F. for a period of time sufficient to heat the potatoes entirely throughout to a corresponding temperature.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
61 words
In the strip cutting of raw potatoes by hydraulically passing said raw potatoes through a knife device provided with strip cutter members, the improvement comprising first subjecting the potatoes to a conditioning treatment at a temperature within the range of substantially 130° to 145° F. for a period of time sufficient to heat the potatoes entirely throughout to a corresponding temperature.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
A method in accordance with claim 1 wherein the potatoes are peeled subsequent to conditioning but before being strip cut.
Claim 4
Independent Claim
64 words
A method of strip cutting raw potatoes, comprising subjecting the potatoes to a conditioning treatment at a temperature within the range of substantially 130° to 145° F. for a period of time sufficient to heat the potatoes entirely throughout to a corresponding temperature; and hydraulically passing the conditioned potatoes through a knife device provided with strip cutter members to strip cut said conditioned potatoes.
Claim 5
Independent Claim
64 words
A method of strip cutting raw potatoes, comprising subjecting the potatoes to a conditioning treatment at a temperature within the range of substantially 130° to 145° F. for a period of time sufficient to heat the potatoes entirely throughout to a corresponding temperature; and hydraulically passing the conditioned potatoes through a knife device provided with strip cutter members to strip cut said conditioned potatoes.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
A method in accordance with claim 3, wherein the potatoes are peeled subsequent to conditioning but before being passed through the knife device.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1982-01-15 | 1982-07-17 | 1983-01-16 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-01-15 | 1986-07-17 | 1987-01-16 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-01-15 | 1990-07-17 | 1991-01-16 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |