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US 2008/0277409 A1Published application
Capsule Dispensing Apparatus
AssigneeN&W Global Vending S.P.A.
InventorAlessandro Magno
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AssigneeN&W Global Vending S.P.A.
InventorAlessandro Magno
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The present invention refers to an apparatus for dispensing capsules, preferably single-use, disposable capsules (8) for the production of beverages, brews and the like, intended for use in connection with automatic food-product vending machines. The inventive capsule dispensing apparatus comprises a plurality of receptacles (7) adapted to accommodate capsules (8) in a stacked arrangement, at least a rotary pick-up device (9) provided with two or more compartments (10) distributed about the axis of rotation thereof for removing the capsules (8) from the receptacles (7), and a conveyor (13). The capsule dispensing apparatus is characterized in that between said at least a pick-up device (9) and said conveyor (13) there is arranged a distribution tray (20) comprising a plurality of guide partitions (18) adapted to enable said capsules (8) to undergo a rotary motion.
Apparatus for dispensing capsules, preferably single-use, disposable capsules (8) for the production of beverages, brews and the like, intended for use in connection with automatic food-product vending machines, comprising:
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