Abstract: A hydration spin belt for allowing a user to secure a multitude of accessories. The hydration spin belt includes an inner belt secured to user's body and an outer belt, wherein the outer belt is attached to the inner belt. The hydration spin belt also includes one or more attachments for securing personal items. The one or more attachments are connected to the outer belt.

Abstract: An illuminating backpack for producing an internal lighting source in a backpack that selectively illuminates the interior of the backpack to enable it to be visually inspected and provides decorative illumination visible from the outside of the backpack comprising a base backpack housing that includes two shoulder straps, a plurality of interior lighting elements, a battery component, and a remote control component. The plurality of interior lighting elements define a discrete columns of individual lighting elements which are electrically connected, with each column electrically connected to one another to form a complete lighting circuit that is electrically connected to the battery component through an infrared sensor of the remote control component. A switch in the infrared sensor is operated by the remote control component's infrared remote control, enabling a user to selectively provide electricity from the battery component to the lighting circuit components by manually actuating the remote control.

Abstract: A belt hanger detachably supports the handheld device, whether or not carried in a pouch or holster, to a wearer's waist belt to comfortably and securely carry the device while preventing the device from sagging and hanging outward from the wearer's body. The belt hanger includes a rigid hanger body, a flexible strap cover and a quick connector part, which couples directly to the handheld device or its carry pouch or holster. The hanger body has a rectangular shape and a central belt channel for receiving the user's waist belt. The cover strap is bonded to the hanger body and wraps over the hanger body so that one end covers one its faces and the opposite loose end extends over the belt channel and its other face to act as the closure strap for belt hanger. The opposite loose end of the cover strap is secured to the hanger body by a pair of snaps.

Abstract: An improved toothbrush is provided. The improved toothbrush includes first and second flexible anchor portions; a plurality of bristles coupled to each of the first and second flexible anchor portions; and a soft pivot bar operably coupled to the flexible anchor portions. A chewing force applied to the pivot bar causes the pivot bar and the first and second flexible anchor portions to compress against a tooth surface to cause a cleaning action.

Abstract: An improved portable folding table includes a folding frame and a table top supported by the folding frame. The folding frame includes a connecting sleeve, supporting blocks, supporting rods coupled to the connecting sleeve and the supporting blocks and first/second cross-bars coupled to the supporting blocks. The table top includes a tablecloth, third/fourth cross-bars at the bottom of the tablecloth and coupled to the supporting blocks, auxiliary cross-bars positioned between the third and fourth cross-bars and holders fixedly attached to the bottom of the tablecloth to receive ends of the auxiliary cross-bars. The holders prevent the auxiliary cross-bars from sliding out during normal operation.

Abstract: An operating device is proposed for an electrically height-adjustable table having at least one electrical drive (EA) for adjusting the height of a table top (TP) of the table, and a controller (CTRL) for controlling the drive (EA). The operating device has an actuating element (BE, EMS, CS) to be arranged in the region of the table top (TP), a force sensor (FS), which is designed to measure a force acting on the table top (TP), and an evaluation circuit (EV).

Abstract: A “360 DESK/TABLE: BACK & NECK SAVER and PAIN RELIEVER DESK” has been invented to help people with spinal-cord problems by allowing them to work on a laptop, read a book, or research and write while resting their backs flat on a floor or on a recliner chair. Furthermore, if used in the lay-back position, this desk may lead to better health and wellness by preventing spinal-cord deformation, which normally result from sitting behind a desk for long time, to study or work. Nevertheless, this desk, with its two models(double and single sided) can be used as a table when a house hold is short on a table for eating or placing food-trays in special events. It is light in weight and does not require designated space in a room, as tradition desks normally do. It can be easily moved by a child and used with any chair size and style.

Abstract: A rectangular shelf is supported along its sides by opposing deck beams and supported on its ends by opposing end frame members, all joined to corner posts. A hook on each opposing end of a cross-brace engages a different latch affixed to each deck beam to keep the deck beams from splaying under heavy load. The latches are formed from a threaded nut or a washer having a flat side that is affixed to the deck beam by heat or an adhesive.

Abstract: A shelving system having a top, bottom and intermediate shelves mounted on vertical supports. The intermediate shelves are mounted on adjustable brackets that permit individual removal of the intermediate shelves without disturbing the top and bottom shelves. The adjustable brackets comprise at one end a pin that is adapted to be inserted into a series of apertures formed along the length of each support. Opposite the pin, a mounting member is sized and shaped to receive a corner of each shelf. A stop is formed on the bracket between the pins and mounting member.

Abstract: A storage and display rack for various guitar types that also allows a user to easily add and remove said guitars. The rack includes a backboard, a first cleat, a second cleat, a wall mounting mechanism, an elongated gap, a locking mechanism, and a stop. The backboard acts as the support structure and includes a front surface and a rear surface. The first cleat and the second cleat are adjacently connected to the front surface, parallel and offset from each other. The first cleat, the second cleat, and the front surface delineate an elongated gap that is designed to receive guitar hangers. The wall mounting mechanism is attached to the rear surface and fastens the backboard to a wall surface. The locking mechanism and the stop contain the guitar hangers within the elongated gap and are positioned within the elongated gap, opposite to each other along the elongated gap.

Abstract: A convertible seating and dinette arrangement that includes moveable and adjustable first and second seats with each seat including a base, a seat bottom, and a backrest; and wherein each base is configured for pivotal movement to adjust between various modes. The convertible seating and dinette arrangement can include seats that are moveable and convertible to at least three different modes including a sofa mode, a recliner mode, a daybed mode, a dinette mode, an alternate dinette mode, and a chaise lounge mode.

Abstract: This invention makes reference to a set of modules with different shapes such as rectangle, square or curve made of metallic sections, preferable industrial aluminum, slotted and structural, joined by pairs of hinges located in the front and rear face of the modules in order to fold them onto each other in a zigzag way, afterwards allows to install and screw the locking screws in the rivet threads that are in the modules, giving the necessary strength to keep it upright. Thus, the marketing and exhibition structures, such as stands and exhibition furniture, are assembled. To assemble a counter for customer service in the exhibition fair. The structure is joined by locking screws in rivet threads and they secure the rigid base or platform which goes on top of the structure to assemble the exhibition furniture. These structures are covered with interchangeable sheets made of polystyrene, acrylic, polycarbonate or fabric with corporate images and pictures digitally printed.

Abstract: A table may be sized and configured to nest with another table to reduce a height of a plurality of stacked tables in a nested configuration. The table may include a nesting portion formed in an upper surface and sidewall of the table top. The table may also include a frame with one or more engaging portions sized and configured to be disposed in the nesting portion of an adjacent table when the tables are nested together. In addition, the table top may include a compression edge sized and configured to be disposed in a nesting portion of an adjacent table when the tables are nested together. The compression edge and engaging portions may be sized and configured to be simultaneously disposed in the nesting portion of the adjacent table when the table is nested with the adjacent table.

Abstract: An improved drawer slide is provided. The drawer slide includes a plurality of retention tabs that allow the drawer slide to be repositionable among a plurality of positions in a furniture unit, generally without the use of tooling. The plurality of retention tabs includes upper and lower retention tabs. The upper retention tabs extend horizontally and upwardly. The lower retention tabs extend horizontally in vertical alignment with the upper retention tabs. The upper and lower retention tabs are shaped for insertion into respective upper and lower slots in a vertical panel. The end user can reposition the drawer slide into additional slots as desired, providing enhanced flexibility and customization over existing constructions.

Abstract: A freestanding shelf assembly includes a pair of base frames, a bottom shelf panel, a first pair of support frames, and a plurality of screws. Each base frame has an elongate rail portion extending horizontally between vertical leg portions terminating at a horizontal top portion with a hole therein. The bottom shelf panel has a plurality of holes through its surface and positioned over the pair of base frames such that each hole aligns with a corresponding hole of the base frames. Each support frame has an elongate support portion extending horizontally between vertical leg portions terminating at a horizontal bottom portion having a hole. Each screw passes through respective holes of the first pair of support frames and through respective holes of the bottom shelf panel, and threadably engages respective holes of the base frames, to form the freestanding shelf assembly.

Abstract: A stadium seat assembly facilitates the carrying of a stadium seat to and from a sporting event. The assembly includes a seat. A shoulder strap is provided having a first end and a second end each coupled to the seat. The shoulder strap is configured for extending around a shoulder of a user for supporting the seat from the user's shoulders.

Abstract: A chair with a frame with tubular elements, which comprises two inverted V-shaped elements that form the front legs and rear legs, are parallel and are joined substantially at their inner curvature to a rod-like crossmember, two L-shaped elements connected by the crossmember on which they are arranged in a parallel configuration so as to form a support for the back and for the seat, respectively with first substantially vertical portions thereof and second substantially horizontal portions. The chair is provided with means for locking vertical stacking with similar chairs.

Abstract: A portable foldable chair includes a frame, a fabric attached to the frame, and a strap. The frame includes supporting rods including two front and two back-rest rods, bases provided at bottoms of the front and back-rest rods, pivoting seats provided on the front and back-rest rods, and pairs of crossing rods disposed between two adjacent supporting rods. A pair of crossing rods includes two crossing rods pivotally coupled to each other. Each crossing rod in one pair has a lower end pivoted to the base provided at the bottom of one supporting rod, and an upper end pivoted to the pivoting seat provided on the adjacent supporting rod. The strap has one end fixedly attached to the base of one back-rest rod and the other end fixedly attached to the chair fabric in proximity to a top of the other back-rest rod.

Abstract: A metallic frame for chairs with tubular elements, comprising two inverted V-shaped elements that form the legs of a chair, which are parallel and joined substantially at their inside curvature to a rod-like crossmember, two L-shaped elements connected by the crossmember on which they are arranged in a parallel configuration so as to form a support for the back and for the seat, respectively with their first portions, which are substantially vertical, and second portions, which are substantially horizontal.

Abstract: A desk includes a seat mounting member configured to attached to a vertical surface such as the back portion of a seat in an auditorium, a horizontal support member defining an at least partly planar upper surface for use as a desktop, and a horizontal support mounting unit that has a first position connecting the horizontal support member to the seat mounting member in which the upper surface of the horizontal support member is substantially in an in-use position, and a second position connecting the horizontal support member to the seat mounting member in which the upper surface of the horizontal support member is substantially in a stowed position. The horizontal support can be moved between its first, use and second, stowed positions by manipulating the horizontal support mounting unit.

Abstract: A foldable sofa-bed includes: a base with an internal cavity and a rear member; a foldable bed that includes separate and distinct head, intermediate and seat sections, each with a respective cushion, wherein in a folded position, the intermediate and seat sections are generally horizontally disposed and positioned in vertically stacked relationship, with the intermediate and seat cushions facing generally upwardly, and the head section is generally vertically disposed and positioned adjacent the rear wall of the base, and in an unfolded position, the head, intermediate and seat sections are generally horizontally disposed in serial alignment; and a bed folding mechanism that is attached to the base and the head, intermediate and seat sections that controls the movement of the bed between the folded and unfolded positions. In moving from the folded to the unfolded position, the intermediate section maintains generally the same orientation.

Abstract: A frame for an adjustable has a head section with two longitudinal frame rails separated by at least two lateral members extending between the two longitudinal frame rails, and two sleeves each having a cavity with one of the two sleeves on each of the two longitudinal frame rails. The frame has a foot section having two longitudinal frame rails separated by at least two lateral members extending between the two longitudinal frame rails, and two sleeves each having a cavity with one of the two sleeves on each of the two longitudinal frame rails, and an inner tube with a nose for each of the two sleeves and for moving between a first position retracted in the cavity of the sleeve and a second position extending from the cavity of the sleeve.

Abstract: A cover assembly for a mattress is provided that includes a first cover and a second cover. The first cover includes a top panel, a bottom panel, and a continuous side panel collectively defining a cavity for enclosing the mattress. The second cover includes a top surface and a bottom surface, with the second cover being positioned over and dimensionally-sized to cover at least the top panel of the first cover. A fastener then connects the second cover to the first cover along the perimeter of the second cover. Methods for marking a mattress are also provided that include the step of marking an indicia indicative of a characteristic of a mattress on the top surface of the second cover of the cover assembly.

Abstract: A gas communication device comprises a main body, at least one gas delivery pipe and a cover. The gas delivery pipe is at least partially disposed in the main body and forms a gas outlet at one end; the cover is movably pivoted to the main body and comprises at least one sealing structure for correspondingly sealing the gas outlet, wherein the cover is movable along an axis relative to the main body and away from the gas outlet so as to break the seal of the sealing structure on the gas outlet such that the cover is rotatable relative to the main body to expose the gas outlet.

Abstract: A gas communication device comprises a main body, at least one first pipe, at least one second pipe and at least one sealing member. The first pipe runs straight through the main body, and the first pipe has two ends respectively forming a first opening and a second opening; the second pipe comprises a first end and a second end, the first end being communicated with the first pipe, the second pipe extending from the first pipe out of the main body and forming a third opening at the second end; the at least one sealing member correspondingly seals the second opening of the first pipe. A gas release method using the gas communication device is also disclosed.

Abstract: A fixing mount for fixing an elastic strip includes a body and multiple assembling seats. The body has a front face, a back face located opposite to the front face, an inner surface connected with the front face and the back face, an outer surface located opposite to the inner surface, a mounting space surrounded by the front face, the back face and the inner surface, and at least one through hole formed through the inner surface and communicating with the mounting space. The assembling seats are formed on the outer surface and are located in the mounting space. The fixing mount can be mounted on a chair frame without exposing screws and dirt will not fall in and accumulate in the through holes easily.

Abstract: This invention relates to a belt strap of high chair for dining, wherein each of two armrests provided on both sides of a chair seat has an accommodation space. A first strap and a second strap are respectively provided in the accommodation spaces of the armrests and are covered by upper lids respectively. The first strap and the second strap are pulled out from through-slot holes opening to outside of the accommodation spaces respectively. A first end of the first strap is combined securely with a first end of the second strap, and a second end of the first strap is combined securely with a second end of the second strap so that the first strap and the second strap are connected integrally with each other.

Abstract: Provided is a refrigerator, which includes a refrigerating compartment, a freezing compartment, and a door assembly. The freezing compartment is adjacent to the refrigerating compartment. The door assembly selectively opens the refrigerating compartment and the freezing compartment. The door assembly includes a glass member defining a frontal exterior thereof and allowing an inside of the refrigerating compartment or the freezing compartment to be seen therethrough when the door assembly is closed, a deposition treated layer formed on a rear surface of the glass member to allow light to partially pass through the glass member, and a transparent plate spaced a predetermined distance from the glass member. Gas for insulation is injected in a space formed between the glass member and the transparent plate, and the space is sealed.

Abstract: A merchandise hanger includes a coupling member and a support interface member. The coupling member includes a cross component, a latch component, and a flexible strap. The cross component includes an elongated panel and a track section, wherein the elongated panel defines latch-receiving apertures. The latch component includes an elongated plate and opposing hooks extending from the elongated plate. The flexible strap extends from the cross component to the latch component. The coupling member folds about the flexible strap to move the opposing hooks of the latch component into alignment with the latch-receiving apertures of the cross component. The opposing hooks are configured to move through the latch-receiving apertures to couple the cross component to the latch component. The support interface member is slidably received within the track section of the coupling member and is configured to slidably transition between a storage position and a hanging position.

Abstract: A modular display, partition, wall, and/or space planning system comprised of interlocking panels which connect to form a stable self-standing, double-sided, self-supporting display structure that utilizes a lateral and/or longitudinal interlocking slot system that solves the problem of the need for additional or any hardware to connect, reinforce, provide stands or stability, as well as to allow stacking, transport, and/or storage without the problem of removing or reinstalling any hardware, thus providing one or more advantages, unexpected results and/or solutions of comprising panels that are the substantially similar in one or more dimensions for ease of interchangeability, assembly, shipping and storage.

Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure can include systems and methods for providing articulating point-of-sale (POS) apparatuses or devices, such as displays. In one embodiment, an articulating point-of-sale (POS) display assembly may include a base and a movable arm attached to the base. The movable arm may be configured to move from a first position to a second position with respect to the base. The assembly may further include a pivotable display device attached to the movable arm. The pivotable display device may be configured to pivot from a third position to a fourth position with respect to the movable arm. The assembly may also include an arm joint attaching the movable arm to the base, and a pivot joint attaching the pivotable display device to the movable arm.

Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus in the form of an item 10 intended for use by, for example, children, elderly or patients to rest comfortably. The item 10 can be transformed (converted) between two conditions. In the first condition, the item 10 may have one or more uses, including for example as a sleeping bag/sack, a mat upon which the user can sit or lay, a blanket, and a wrap which can be positioned around the user to provide warmth or comfort. The item 10 may also be used users while sitting on wheelchairs, couches, vehicles and planes among others to keep the lower and upper extremities of the user warm and dry. In the second condition, the item 10 can function as a cushion upon which a user can sit or rest. In this condition, the item 10 is also compact for storage.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to a universal food and drink lid. The lid is formed of a stretchy material so that it can fit on a plurality of containers of different sizes. The lid is also formed of a material with sufficient elasticity so that once it is fit onto a container, such as a cup or a bowl, the lid forms a seal therewith that allows for a spill-proof connection between the container and the lid. The lid may further include an outlet for removing the contents of the container without removing the lid. The lid may further include an outlet that is a spout, an opening with a movable stopper, a straw opening or an opening sized to fit the hand of a user.

Abstract: A liquid receptacle has an inner vessel for holding a liquid, an insulated outer shell spaced from the inner vessel, and a chamber defined between the inner vessel and the outer shell. A phase change material is disposed in the chamber for absorbing thermal energy from the liquid and then releasing the thermal energy back to the liquid to maintain the temperature of the liquid.

Abstract: A hot liquid straw is disclosed which features a flexible, elongated, hollow body having a continuous noncircular cross section and a length suited for drinking from a beverage container. The straw is dimensioned to regulate flow and remove heat from a hot liquid as it passes through, thereby delivering a volume of the liquid to a user's mouth at a temperature which is safe for consumption. The straw is flexible to allow for safe drinking on the go and for use in various heights of beverage containers. A system for drinking from a beverage container with a lid that accepts a snap-on container is also disclosed, in which the straw is inserted through a hole in the lid.

Abstract: A combination of a top garment hanger and a reusable snap-on pad is provided. The hanger has a lateral opening formed through the body of the hanger. The lateral opening has an inwardly extending surface for providing a first locking surface. The reusable snap-on pad has a pair of legs and a locking tab provided on an inner surface of each leg. The locking tab has a second locking surface. When the reusable snap-on pad is mounted to the garment hanger, the locking tab enters the lateral opening and the first locking surface and the second locking surface engage each other, to provide a secure fixation of the reusable snap-on pad to the garment hanger. Also, when the reusable snap-on pad is mounted to the garment hanger, a slot is formed between the pad and the hanger for receiving a portion of a garment.

Abstract: A receiving container, and method of using the same, for packet or small parcel mailings to be received or to be sent, having a closable opening through which a packet or small parcel mailing can be inserted into the receiving container. The receiving container has a fixing element with which the receiving container can either be fixed to, or removed from, a door of a house or an apartment, in particular without structural work in each case.

Abstract: An extensible curtain rail includes a rail main body, more than one connection seat and a decorative panel. The decorative panel and the rail main body are assembled and connected with each other by means of the connection seat. The connection seat can be inward contracted or outward extended to adjust the gap between the decorative panel and the rail main body in accordance with different sizes of curtain assemblies to facilitate installation thereof. The decorative panel is detachable from the rail main body to provide larger installation space and more quickly install the curtain assembly.

Abstract: A drape has a longitudinal pocket on one or both sides of the drape. A stabilizer is placed within the pocket and extends the length of the pocket. The stabilizer is supported by a drapery support such as a rod or track in a manner which enables the panel to move along the drapery support from a closed, drawn position to an open, stacked position. The stabilizer is supported by the drapery support and is free to move within the pocket. The stabilizer prevents the drape from flaring at the bottom. A wand may be attached to the stabilizer or to a carrier or other assembly to which the stabilizer is attached.

Abstract: The invention relates to a food-cooking or -heating appliance, and a method for cooking or heating food using the appliance. The appliance includes a tank (2) for a combustion liquid, a container (3) for food, and a support (1) for holding the tank (2) and the container (3) in position. The tank (2) includes a base (6) and a sidewall (7) inwardly inclined towards the top.

Abstract: A method of cooking food using a device for cooking the food in a container includes supplying water for cooking the food; generate heat by a heater of the device; and controlling by a controller an operation of the heater to initially supply the container with a first quantity of the water in a form of steam during a first period of time of a cooking process, and to subsequently supply the container with a second quantity of the water in a form of heated water during a second period of time of the cooking process. The second period of time is longer than the first period of time.

Abstract: Techniques are described for automated control of portions of a cooking process, such as to control activation and heating for a cooking location having a piece of cooking equipment. Such automated control may include executing an automated control recipe having defined instructions used to automatically control at least some aspects (e.g., surface temperature) of the cooking equipment piece (e.g., a pan on a stove cooking surface) as part of a cooking episode to prepare one or more dishes, and may further include coordinating actions of a human user who is participating in the cooking episode by providing instructions or other information to the user. Related food preparation systems and cookware devices and components are also provided in connection with which the described automated cooking control techniques and methods may be used.

Abstract: A beverage production system is disclosed that includes a capsule and a beverage production machine designed for producing a beverage from ingredient(s) in the capsule. At least a portion of the outer surface of the capsule includes at least one metallic and/or electrically conductive area, and the beverage production machine includes means for generating and for contactlessly coupling electrical heating power to the metallic and/or electrically conductive area of the capsule.

Abstract: A beverage dispensing system that can dispense both cold and hot drinks from either cold drink capsules or hot drink capsules. The cold or hot drink capsule is inserted into the system, and the lid is manually closed. if a cold drink capsule has been inserted, a mechanism cracks the capsule along a predetermined seam, injects cold mixing fluid into the capsule, and then rotates the capsule to pour out or further flush out the cold drink into a cup. If a hot drink capsule has been inserted, the lid is closed, and a rotating needle pierces the top of the capsule. The capsule is then punctured from the bottom. Hot water can then be injected into the top of the capsule, and the hot drink can be removed from the bottom into a cup.

Abstract: A tamping augur may be controlled in various ways to obtain a consistent fill height and uniformity in the distribution of coffee grinds in a portafilter. Improvements to a conical burr grinder are also disclosed.

Abstract: A beverage-producing machine (1) is described, comprising a housing (3), a beverage producing unit arranged in the housing and a container (21) for at least one beverage ingredient, for example coffee beans. The container (21) is lockable to the housing (3) and unlockable therefrom. The container (21) comprises a bottom aperture (27) for dispensing the ingredient contained therein and a shutter (29) for selectively closing and opening the aperture. Furthermore, an actuating member (37, 39, 41, 45) is provided in the housing. The actuating member acts upon the shutter for selectively opening and closing the bottom aperture (27) of the container while respectively locking the container to the housing and unlocking the container from the housing.

Abstract: A device for frothing a liquid food, particularly milk, having a pump for the liquid food from a reservoir, a continuous-flow heater, at least one throttle and one air supply, with the throttle and the continuous-flow heater being arranged at the pressurized side of the pump (2), and the air supply for supplying air into the flow path of the food being arranged upstream from the throttle. In a cold froth mode a flow path for the food-air mixture is pre-determinable through a throttle (4a) having a first throttle cross-section, and in a warm froth mode a flow path for the food-air mixture is through a throttle with a second throttle cross-section, arranged at the pressurized side of the pump (2), as well as through the continuous-flow heater, with the first and the second throttle cross-section being different. A method for frothing a liquid food, particularly milk, is also provided.

Abstract: A food storage container comprising a bottom container for storing food, an easy to lift ventilation cover and a locking lid for securing the contents of the food storage container. The locking lid is provided at the top portion thereof with a combination lock. The combination lock having a plurality of wheels and notches being aligned with numbers on a rotatable dial. The combination lock is provided with lock bolts and engageable locking cases on both sides preventing the food storage container from opening. The food storage container is preferably formed from dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe materials. The combination lock of the present invention can be formed from a metal, glass or plastic material.

Abstract: Oven basket designed to rotate about an axis, comprising a first basket part and a second basket part that rotate as one, said first part sliding with respect to said second part. Each of the basket parts has a distal side wall, that is to say a side wall furthest away from the user, perpendicular to said axis, and a proximal side wall. Said basket has a first projection extending from said distal side wall of the second part of the basket and a second projection extending from said proximal side wall of the second part, said projections being aligned along the rotation axis of the basket. Said proximal side walls of said first basket part and of said second basket part are cold or lukewarm walls that do not substantially conduct heat.

Abstract: Cooking machine of the type comprising an external casing (2), within which a container (3) for food to be cooked is housed and a source of hot air that can be conveyed in the direction of said food, such casing being closed on the upper side by a lid (5). Means (7), associated with such lid are provided for generating a hot air flow in the direction of the food arranged in the container (3). Such generation means comprise an upper heating element (71), a fan (72) adapted to generate a flow of air heated by said heating element. Outside the heating element and fan an air conveying duct (74) is present, which is adapted to direct the hot air flow in a direction substantially perpendicular to the plane on which the food lies in the container (3).