Abstract

The present invention relates to a device for packaging bulk material such as milk powder, comprising a dispensing unit for dispensing the bulk material into a package, means for supplying the bulk material to the dispensing unit and means for emitting a gas, such as CO2 or a gas mixture of nitrogen and CO2, during the packaging. The device is further provided with means for emitting a gas for driving oxygen out of the package before dispensing of the bulk material. The invention further relates to a method for packaging a bulk material.

IPC Classes  ?

• B65B 1/12 - Methods of, or means for, filling the material into the containers or receptacles by rotary feeders of screw type
• B65B 31/04 - Evacuating, pressurising or gasifying filled containers or wrappers by means of nozzles through which air or other gas, e.g. an inert gas, is withdrawn or supplied
• B65B 39/12 - Nozzles, funnels or guides for introducing articles or materials into containers or wrappers movable towards, or away from, container or wrapper during filling or depositing