EP0474911A1 - Distributeur de pains - Google Patents

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EP0474911A1
EP0474911A1 EP90117726A EP90117726A EP0474911A1 EP 0474911 A1 EP0474911 A1 EP 0474911A1 EP 90117726 A EP90117726 A EP 90117726A EP 90117726 A EP90117726 A EP 90117726A EP 0474911 A1 EP0474911 A1 EP 0474911A1
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Eduardo D. Odena Villazan
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    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F9/00—Details other than those peculiar to special kinds or types of apparatus
    • G07F9/10—Casings or parts thereof, e.g. with means for heating or cooling
    • G07F9/105—Heating or cooling means, for temperature and humidity control, for the conditioning of articles and their storage
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    • G07—CHECKING-DEVICES
    • G07F—COIN-FREED OR LIKE APPARATUS
    • G07F11/00—Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles
    • G07F11/02—Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines
    • G07F11/44—Coin-freed apparatus for dispensing, or the like, discrete articles from non-movable magazines in which magazines the articles are stored in bulk

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  • the present report relates to a new prototype of an automatic bread dispenser that is equipped with a system that allows the preservation of the product stored in the machine, and thus the fresh bread that has just come from the bakery for a longer period of time own characteristics.
  • the bread begins to age a few hours after leaving the oven. It is a hygroscopic substance that tends to release or absorb water until it adapts to the moisture around it.
  • the internal water migration depending on the relative air humidity is therefore also the explanation for why the bread hardens in dry climates, releases and dries water or becomes acidic in humid climates, absorbs water and assumes a rubber-like consistency. These processes are also affected by certain changes in the molecular configuration known as starch regression.
  • the proposed system also favors the consumer, who has the opportunity to have bread at any time of the day that has the characteristics of a freshly baked bread.
  • the hygienic conditions of the distribution are also improved, since the products are manipulated less.
  • the purchase process is made easier by the installation of numerous sales outlets, not only in bakeries, but also in large business centers, supermarkets, grocery stores, petrol stations and company premises, which avoids long waiting times and speeds up the process, as payment and change are quicker.
  • the proposed system also benefits the retailer, not only because of the benefits listed for the consumer, but also because of other specific reasons, such as the saving in manpower, a lower number of broken products and improvement of the external appearance of the same as a result of less manipulation of the product.
  • the automat described here in the form of a non-restrictive example consists of various elements, which are referred to with the help of the enclosed pictures and the letters and numbers given in these pictures.
  • Figure 1 shows a perspective of the machine with open access doors, on which the internal elements are not shown.
  • Picture 2 is a front view, picture 3 a side view and picture 4 a floor plan.
  • Figures 5, 6 and 7 represent different sections,
  • Figure 8 is a functional diagram and Figures 9 and 10 represent various details of elements of the machine.
  • the consumer has the option of choosing different sizes and shapes of bread (three are provided in the machine described) and can start the bread dispensing mechanism by inserting a predetermined number of suitable coins into the standard coin slot on the machine.
  • the machine consists of a straight parallelepidonic cabinet ( Figures 1, 2, 3 and 4), which is built from semi-machined metal and plastic parts and represents the supporting structure for the remaining elements. To facilitate its mobility, the cabinet rests on four multidirectional castors, which can be blocked by a braking device.
  • the cabinet is divided into three compartments, C1, C2 and C3. That is, a front, a middle and a rear compartment, each of which has a specific function which will be explained later.
  • the middle compartment C2 is thermally insulated, which is shown in the drawings with a dotted line and serves as a warehouse for the products in the machine.
  • the atmosphere in the compartment is controlled for temperature and humidity; the corresponding values can be predetermined and kept constant within very narrow limits.
  • Each transporter can contain a piece of bread or a bread size that is offered to the consumer.
  • Compartment C2 can be reached via the front panel, consisting of a vertically hinged door P2 ( Figures 1 and 6). Above this door are three square hatches H ( Figures 1 and 6) that are constantly open and allow access to the respective bucket transporters E.
  • the rear compartment C3 contains the necessary elements of the air conditioning system for temperature and humidity in compartment C2 as well as for the intensification of the air circulation in the compartment.
  • Compartment C3 can be reached via a two-part door (Fig. 1) that takes up the entire width of the rear wall.
  • Compartment C1 consists of an internal indentation in door P1 ( Figure 1), which is vertically hinged and, when closed, includes door P2 of the middle compartment C2 described above.
  • the outer surface of the door P1 can be called the front view of the machine.
  • On this door are the selection buttons S for the products, the light indicators V if the machine is empty or faulty, the slot Rm for inserting the coin and the bowl Bc for returning change (Fig. 2).
  • the arrangement described above and corresponding interior lighting enable the consumer to see the product to be bought directly. After carrying out the prescribed actions, the consumer can take out the piece of bread that is in the cup K. This cup is located directly behind the corresponding open hatch. After removing the product from the machine, thanks to a built-in device (this device is optional), it automatically dispenses a bag or a container in which the consumer can store and transport the bread he has purchased in a very convenient and hygienic manner.
  • the machine has a device Js, which has the function of dispensing the aforementioned bags and containers. These containers are dispensed through window J, which is located on the front of the machine for this purpose ( Figures 1, 2 and 6).
  • the device Js not described here can be any of the known electromechanical types which are currently used. are on the market.
  • the coin container and the control and monitoring unit of the machine Uc are also located in compartment C1. This unit can either consist of an electronic circuit board assembly or also of a small programmed computer that controls the automatic functions of the machine and keeps an account of the sales made, each independently for the individual transporters E and for the machine as a whole.
  • the values of the transfer points for Tempe The temperature and humidity that should prevail inside compartment C2 are determined on the basis of a prior analysis of the respective characteristics of the product to be preserved. Usually, these values are different for each bread supplier.
  • the values of the transmission points are stored in the control and monitoring unit Uc ( Figure 8). The unit will then carry out the necessary actions or corrections to the various elements of the air conditioning system using a program specially designed for the respective product, in order to be able to keep the values mentioned within the narrow limits.
  • the suction devices A1 and A2 switch on and cause the air in compartment C2 to circulate, which in turn creates the circulation in the ventilation chamber Cv and in the heating chamber Cc.
  • the detector B8 will send the corresponding signal to the control and monitoring unit, where this signal is analyzed and the resistor R8 is appropriately put into operation.
  • the same process takes place if the value of the circulating relative humidity deviates from the value at the point of transfer.
  • the detector B3 then sends the corresponding signal to the control unit Uc, where the signal is analyzed and the valve V3 and the suction device A3 are triggered appropriately. This means that opening the valve V3 simultaneously brings the suction device A3 into operation, and that closing the valve also brings the suction device to a standstill.
  • a similar case occurs when the water temperature contained in the evaporator D2 deviates from the specified value.
  • the detector B7 would notify the control unit Uc of this fact, whereupon the electrical resistor R7 would take effect accordingly.
  • the control unit also receives a signal when the electronic level B2 detects deviations from the correct water level in the tank. This message sent by B2 is converted into the corresponding actions via the solenoid valve V2 and the water access.
  • the described air conditioning unit for compartment C2 ( Figures 7 and 8) is further supplemented and reinforced by a cooling unit, which is also located in compartment C3. Thanks to this cooling unit, the machine can also be set up in locations that are exposed to high temperatures.
  • the cooling unit consists of a compressor Co as a motor element for the unit, a radiator Ra and a cooling water circulation coil Se. This coil is located inside the line that connects the ventilation chamber Cv with the heating chamber Co.
  • the cooling unit like the rest of the air conditioning system, is controlled by the control and monitoring unit Uc, i.e. if the previously determined temperature at the transmission point is exceeded, the detector B8 will send the corresponding signal to the control unit Uc.
  • the corresponding function commands are sent to the suction devices A2 and A1. These increase the circulation of the ambient air in compartment C2.
  • the compressor Co receives a similar function command, which produces a cooling of the medium which is in the circuit consisting of the cooling water coil Se and the radiator Ra, and of the air which comes into contact with the cooling water coil during the circulation.
  • Each cup transporter E consists ( Figures 5, 6 and 10) of two horizontal and parallel axes L, which are arranged on the same vertical plane.
  • the upper axis is directly connected to its corresponding geared motor Me so that it acts as a conductor while the lower axis is being guided.
  • the wheels Rc of one axle are connected to the corresponding wheels of the other axles by two roller chains Rc of the "bile" type.
  • the links of these chains are in turn provided with a certain number of rectangular lead frames, so that the frames of one chain exactly match the frames of the opposite chain, whereby each unit of two opposite frames makes up a cup K, inside of which a piece of bread lies ( Image 10).
  • the number of cups can vary depending on the size of the frames selected.
  • the distance between the frames can also vary depending on the possibility of movement, which has already been described with regard to the sprockets Rc on their axes L. All these details serve to adapt the cup size to the piece of bread that is to be stored in it, thereby achieving the largest possible storage capacity for each transporter.
  • control and monitoring unit Uc determines that a transporter is completely empty, it will definitely cease operation and the light indicator V will indicate this by lighting up.
  • the coin container is programmed so that no more coins are accepted.

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WO1998026383A1 (fr) * 1996-12-10 1998-06-18 Cigar Vending Corp. Distributeur automatique a environnement controle pour produits sensibles a l'humidite
NL1007594C2 (nl) 1997-11-20 1999-05-26 Borgesius Holding Bv Afgifte van verse, vaste etenswaren met behulp van een afgifte-automaat.
WO1999054852A3 (fr) * 1998-04-16 2000-03-02 Nestle Sa Distributeur automatique et emballages pour confiseries glacees

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DE202014000969U1 (de) * 2014-02-05 2015-05-06 Kesseböhmer Holding e.K. Einrichtung zur Präsentation und zum Verkauf von insbesondere Backwaren

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GB618381A (en) * 1946-10-30 1949-02-21 James Clark Mcalister Improvements in bins for bread and similar foodstuffs for domestic and like uses
US2990973A (en) * 1957-09-17 1961-07-04 Otto L Chazen Food heating and dispensing apparatus
US4266668A (en) * 1979-06-27 1981-05-12 Paek Yong K Telescoping sliced bread dispenser
EP0099347A2 (fr) * 1982-06-11 1984-01-25 Billet, Léon Yvon Distributeur automatique
FR2626757A1 (fr) * 1988-02-09 1989-08-11 Mary Jacques Distributeur a barillet pour produits allonges du type pains ou baguettes
US4905869A (en) * 1986-12-18 1990-03-06 Grigsby David E Apparatus for safe storage and dispensation of sliced bread
EP0368699A2 (fr) * 1988-10-12 1990-05-16 D A T A A Société Anonyme Distributeur automatique de produits alimentaires du type pains ou baguettes et procédé de gestion et de distribution des produits

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GB618381A (en) * 1946-10-30 1949-02-21 James Clark Mcalister Improvements in bins for bread and similar foodstuffs for domestic and like uses
US2990973A (en) * 1957-09-17 1961-07-04 Otto L Chazen Food heating and dispensing apparatus
US4266668A (en) * 1979-06-27 1981-05-12 Paek Yong K Telescoping sliced bread dispenser
EP0099347A2 (fr) * 1982-06-11 1984-01-25 Billet, Léon Yvon Distributeur automatique
US4905869A (en) * 1986-12-18 1990-03-06 Grigsby David E Apparatus for safe storage and dispensation of sliced bread
FR2626757A1 (fr) * 1988-02-09 1989-08-11 Mary Jacques Distributeur a barillet pour produits allonges du type pains ou baguettes
EP0368699A2 (fr) * 1988-10-12 1990-05-16 D A T A A Société Anonyme Distributeur automatique de produits alimentaires du type pains ou baguettes et procédé de gestion et de distribution des produits

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WO1998026383A1 (fr) * 1996-12-10 1998-06-18 Cigar Vending Corp. Distributeur automatique a environnement controle pour produits sensibles a l'humidite
US5842597A (en) * 1996-12-10 1998-12-01 Cigar Vending Corp. Environmentally controlled vending machine for humidity sensitive products
NL1007594C2 (nl) 1997-11-20 1999-05-26 Borgesius Holding Bv Afgifte van verse, vaste etenswaren met behulp van een afgifte-automaat.
WO1999054852A3 (fr) * 1998-04-16 2000-03-02 Nestle Sa Distributeur automatique et emballages pour confiseries glacees
US6431395B1 (en) 1998-04-16 2002-08-13 Nestec S.A. Automatic vending machine and container for articles of frozen confectionery
US6739475B2 (en) 1998-04-16 2004-05-25 Nestec S.A. Containers for articles of frozen confectionery

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