Abstract: The invention is directed to a capsule comprising a container (1) enclosing a dose (2). The container (1) is composed of a dissolvable material and has an openable part for cooperating with the preparation machine so as to open the container (1) sufficiently for the dose (2) to be separable from the container (1). The invention is also directed to a preparation machine for processing a capsule. The preparation machine comprises an opening unit (125) having ii) an opening configuration where it cooperates with an openable part of the capsule to open the container (1) sufficiently for the dose (2) to be separable from the container (1). The invention is further directed to a food or beverage preparation process implementing such a capsule and preparation machine.

Abstract: The invention relates to a capsule (100) for preparing a beverage in a beverage production machine. The capsule (100) comprises a capsule body (200) with a sidewall (210) delimiting a chamber (250) for containing a substance (500) for the preparation of the beverage and an injection wall (220) for injecting a fluid in the chamber (250) for preparing the beverage upon interaction of the fluid with the substance (500). The capsule (100) further comprises a delivery wall (300) that is connected to the capsule body (200) to close the chamber (250). The delivery wall (300) comprises, in a layered manner, a retention layer (320) for being opened upon interaction with opening elements under the effect of rising pressure of fluid being injected into the capsule (100) and a filter layer (310) for filtering out particles from the prepared beverage. Each of the filter layer (310) and the retention layer (320) is made of biodegradable material.

Abstract: A capsule for the preparation of a beverage in a beverage preparation device having a flange partially made of paper and partially made of polymer so as to improve the inside tightness of the capsule, such as to prevent air enters inside the capsule via folds and creases, is disclosed. Methods of producing and using the capsule are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention concerns a manufacturing process for producing hermetic single-use food containers, including: forming a 3D container body having a peripheral upper rim by stamping a 2D blank in a press, the 2D blank including a rim portion (11) and a wall portion (12); applying a closing lid over the 3D container body and sealing the closing lid with the rim. The manufacturing process is characterized in that it comprises a creasing step before forming the 3D container body, where creases (13) are formed in a peripheral zone of the 2D blank (10) by creasing or embossing the 2D blank with a creasing or embossing plate, the thus pre-creased peripheral zone covering at least a part of the rim portion (11) of the 2D blank.

Abstract: A capsule for the preparation of a beverage in a beverage preparation device having a flange partially made of paper and partially made of polymer so as to improve the inside tightness of the capsule, such as to prevent air enters inside the capsule via folds and creases, is disclosed. Methods of producing and using the capsule are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a capsule (1) for food or beverage preparation comprising a hollow body (2) and an injection wall (4) to be punctured for fluid injection into the capsule, a chamber (10) formed inside the body containing an ingredient, a membrane (9) disposed at a bottom end of the chamber, and opening means (15) disposed outside the chamber (10) in the vicinity of the membrane (9). The opening means (15) are configured to open the membrane (9) when said membrane (9) is pressed against said opening means (15) under an opening pressure. The membrane is attached to the body (2) of the capsule by an adhesive seal (11) which provides sealing between the body (2) and the membrane (9). When a release pressure is established inside the chamber (10), the adhesive seal bead (11) allows the membrane (9) to be displaced relatively to the body (2) and to engage against the opening means (15) while it maintains an attachment between the membrane and the capsule body (2).

Abstract: The invention relates to a capsule (10) designed for food or beverage preparation, the capsule (10) comprising a cup-shaped base body (1), a top wall (2) and a bottom retaining wall (3) for holding food or beverage preparation ingredients, wherein the base body (1) is made of one single injection-molded piece and wherein a side wall (4) of the base body comprises at least one co-injected multilayer section (5) having two outer layers (5a) being made from a different polymeric material than a core layer (5b), and wherein the base body (1) further comprises a bottom structure (6) which is integrally molded with the side wall (4) and comprising opening means (7) allowing the capsule to be opened at the time of its use.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pack (100) for preparing a food or beverage product from one or more ingredients, the pack comprising an insert (10) and a container (20); the container (20) being configured by at least one flexible sheet folded in such a way to configure a container where one or more ingredients can be stored; such that the at least one flexible sheet is arranged overwrapping and matching the shape of the insert (10) in its entirety except for the part of the insert (10) in direct communication with the inner volume of the container (20). Typically, the at least one flexible sheet is arranged tightly sealed over the insert (10). Also preferably, the distance of the insert (10) which is overwrapped in any of its transversal direction along its longitudinal axis is constant.

Abstract: A capsule for the preparation of a beverage in a beverage preparation device having a flange partially made of paper and partially made of polymer so as to improve the inside tightness of the capsule, such as to prevent air enters inside the capsule via folds and creases, is disclosed. Methods of producing and using the capsule are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a valve fitment (6; 60) for a collapsible fluid dispensing package for dispensing fluid by relative pressure present in the package; the valve fitment comprising: —at least a compressible wedge-like spout (9; 9?, 9?); —a sealing base (10) arranged for sealing engagement with the container at a seal edge (5); wherein the wedge-like spout (9; 9?, 9?) is located within a passage (11; 11?, 11?) formed through the sealing base (10) and, wherein sealing base is preferably of higher rigidity than the wedge-like spout (9; 9?, 9?). The invention also relates to a fluid dispensing package (1) comprising the valve fitment (6; 60).

Abstract: A pack for preparing a food or beverage product is disclosed, as well as methods of use thereof. The pack includes an insert comprising at least one primary fluid inlet with aqueous and gaseous fluid injection inlets, as well as a container where the ingredient or ingredients are stored, wherein the aqueous fluid injection inlet and the gaseous fluid injection inlet communicate with the inner volume of the container. Also disclosed is a machine for use with the pack in preparing a food or beverage product, a system containing the pack and the machine, and methods of use of the system containing the pack and machine.

Abstract: An optically readable code support to be associated with or be part of a capsule intended for delivering a beverage in a beverage producing device, the support including at least one sequence of symbols represented on the support so that each symbol is sequentially readable by a reading arrangement of an external reading device while the capsule is driven in rotation along an axis of rotation. The symbols are essentially formed of a succession of light reflective surface portions and light absorbing surface portions. The light absorbing surface portions provide a lower light-reflective intensity than the light-reflective surface portions, and the code support includes at least one base layer extending continuously at least along the sequence of symbols. The light-absorbing surface portions are roughened surface portions having a higher rugosity (Rz) than the light-reflective surface portions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a capsule (10) designed for food or beverage preparation, the capsule (10) comprising a cup-shaped base body (1), a top wall (2) and a bottom retaining wall (3) for holding food or beverage preparation ingredients, wherein the base body (1) is made of one single injection-molded piece and wherein a side wall (4) of the base body comprises at least one co-injected multilayer section (5) having two outer layers (5a) being made from a different polymeric material than a core layer (5b), and wherein the base body (1) further comprises a bottom structure (6) which is integrally molded with the side wall (4) and comprising opening means (7) allowing the capsule to be opened at the time of its use.

Abstract: A pack for preparing a food or beverage product is disclosed, as well as methods of use thereof. The pack includes an insert comprising at least one primary fluid inlet with aqueous and gaseous fluid injection inlets, as well as a container where the ingredient or ingredients are stored, wherein the aqueous fluid injection inlet and the gaseous fluid injection inlet communicate with the inner volume of the container. Also disclosed is a machine for use with the pack in preparing a food or beverage product, a system containing the pack and the machine, and methods of use of the system containing the pack and machine. Applicant respectfully submits that no substantive changes have been made to the specification of the application, and that the amendments to the application do not constitute new matter. Entry thereof is respectfully requested.

Abstract: The invention relates to a valve fitment (6; 60) for a collapsible fluid dispensing package for dispensing fluid by relative pressure present in the package; the valve fitment comprising:—at least a compressible wedge-like spout (9; 9?, 9?);—a sealing base (10) arranged for sealing engagement with the container at a seal edge (5); wherein the wedge-like spout (9; 9?, 9?) is located within a passage (11; 11?, 11?) formed through the sealing base (10) and, wherein sealing base is preferably of higher rigidity than the wedge-like spout (9; 9?, 9?). The invention also relates to a fluid dispensing package (1) comprising the valve fitment (6; 60).

Abstract: An optically readable code support to be associated with or be part of a capsule intended for delivering a beverage in a beverage producing device, the support including at least one sequence of symbols represented on the support so that each symbol is sequentially readable by a reading arrangement of an external reading device while the capsule is driven in rotation along an axis of rotation. The symbols are essentially formed of a succession of light reflective surface portions and light absorbing surface portions. The light absorbing surface portions provide a lower light-reflective intensity than the light-reflective surface portions, and the code support includes at least one base layer extending continuously at least along the sequence of symbols. The light-absorbing surface portions are roughened surface portions having a higher rugosity (Rz) than the light-reflective surface portions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a capsule for the preparation of a beverage in a beverage preparation device. The capsule has a flange which is partially made of paper and partially made of polymer. The polymer is essentially arranged on the flange to cover at least partially the paper part and so to improve the inside tightness of the capsule, in particular, to prevent air enters inside the capsule via folds and creases.

Abstract: Capsule (1) for the preparation of a beverage in a beverage preparation device comprising a cup-like body (2), a sealing cover (3) for closing the cup-like body; a flange (4) for the cover to seal thereon; the cup-like body being formed of paper-based material comprising at least one gas barrier layer with a cavity wall (5) containing beverage ingredients; wherein the flange (4) is sealingly attached to body and the flange is formed of a first polymer and a second gas barrier polymer; the second polymer being a gas barrier layer overlapping with the cup-like body.

Abstract: An optically readable code support (30) to be associated with or be part of a capsule intended for delivering a beverage in a beverage producing device, the support comprising at least one sequence of symbols represented on the support so that each symbol is sequentially readable by a reading arrangement of an external reading device while the capsule is driven in rotation along an axis of rotation, wherein the symbols are essentially formed of a succession of light reflective surface portions (610-615) and light absorbing surface portions (600-604); said light absorbing surface portions providing a lower light-reflective intensity than the light-reflective surface portions, wherein the code support comprises at least one base layer (500) extending continuously at least along said sequence of symbols, wherein the light-absorbing surface portions are roughened surface portions having a higher rugosity (Rz) than the light-reflective surface portions.