In-package non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation sterilization

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9120587
APP PUB NO 20130071527A1
SERIAL NO

13677842

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A method for reducing microorganisms (sterilization) in a free-flowing product in a container. The product in the container is radiated with non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation at an energy density sufficient to achieve commercially sterile temperature and is manipulated in a manner to distribute heat and ensure that the product and the container reach a temperature sufficient to commercially sterilize the product and the interior surfaces of the container.

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  • PEPSICO, INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
DiGiacomo, Ralph Palisades, US 4 30
Pesce, Thaddeus White Plains, US 5 24

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