A packaged food and its packaging method

Abstract

This invention discloses a packaged food and a packaging method for the packaged food. By setting characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block that can be imprinted onto the packaging structure, and closely adhering the characters or patterns to the inner surface of the packaging structure, the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block can be imprinted onto the packaging structure. This allows consumers to obtain specific information from the imprinted content, eliminating the need to print on the packaging structure or add paper instruction manuals or other specific content inside, thus saving printing costs. At the same time, it increases interest, improves the consumer's user experience, and is more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of food packaging technology, specifically to a packaged food containing food blocks internally and a packaging method thereof. Background Technology

[0002] Typically, packaged foods are foods that are pre-packaged and provided directly to consumers to meet their convenience needs.

[0003] For example, Chinese utility model patent CN201220652589.X, entitled "Packaged Food," discloses a packaged food product with an integrated tea bag structure on the cup body. This can be achieved by using the cup body's own material with a filter layer, or by adding a fixed filter bag to the cup body, or by using the cup body's own material with a filter layer. Consumers simply pour boiling water into the inner chamber of the cup, making it simple, convenient, and quick. This eliminates the inconvenience of taking out the cup, opening the tea bag, and then putting it back in the cup. It is convenient and quick for personal use or serving guests. Furthermore, the tea is confined inside the filter bag; after pouring in boiling water, a slight shake of the cup is enough to fully infuse the tea with the moving hot water, resulting in a better flavor and improved drinking experience. This also applies to common products on the market such as instant milk tea, biscuits, and other foods.

[0004] These food products require an instruction manual to be printed or placed inside the packaging to guide consumers on how to operate or use them. Some may even include other product-related information, leading to higher production costs, hindering market competitiveness, and being environmentally unfriendly. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This invention addresses the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing a cost-effective packaged food that allows the characters on the food block itself to form instructions for use or other information, as well as a packaging method for the packaged food.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a packaged food, including a packaging structure, wherein a plurality of food blocks are arranged in a regular pattern within the packaging structure, and the upper surface of the food blocks is provided with characters or patterns that can be imprinted onto the packaging structure.

[0007] In the above technical solution, the packaging structure includes a packaging base and a packaging cover whose inner surface is closely fitted with the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block. This allows the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block to be imprinted onto the packaging cover, thereby displaying the content and saving printing costs.

[0008] In the above technical solution, the packaging base is provided with several limiting strips or limiting blocks that can arrange the food blocks in a regular manner to prevent the food blocks from shifting and causing the imprinted characters to become blurred.

[0009] In the above technical solution, the characters or patterns are mirrored, protruding or recessed on the upper surface of the food block. After the mirrored characters or patterns are imprinted, normal characters or patterns can be obtained, which is convenient for consumers to interpret.

[0010] In the above technical solution, the packaging structure includes a packaging base, food paper, and a packaging lid. The food paper is placed on the food block and closely adheres to the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block. This allows the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block to be imprinted onto the packaging lid, thereby displaying the content and saving printing costs.

[0011] In the above technical solution, the characters or patterns are protruding or recessed on the upper surface of the food block, so that the displayed content can be read directly through the food paper.

[0012] In the above technical solution, the characters on the food block include text and punctuation that can be combined to form instructions for use, enabling normal sentence segmentation during the reading process and improving the user experience.

[0013] In the above technical solution, the pattern of the food block includes a design that can form a usable identifier. For consumers who cannot read or for special age groups, the pattern can be used to express the content that needs to be conveyed, which is more user-friendly.

[0014] In the above technical solution, the food block includes colorable brown sugar or chocolate to obtain a better imprinting effect.

[0015] A packaging method for packaging food includes the following steps:

[0016] A. Character and graphic template layout: Layout the characters or graphic templates according to the desired effect;

[0017] B. Pre-fabrication of food blocks: Place the food into the mold after layout to pre-fabricate food blocks with predetermined characters or patterns on their upper surface.

[0018] C. Arrangement of food blocks: Arrange the food blocks from step B in the packaging base according to the desired effect and rules;

[0019] D. Covering: Cover the packaging structure and ensure that the inner surface of the packaging structure fits tightly against the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: characters or patterns that can be imprinted onto the packaging structure are provided on the upper surface of the food block, and the characters or patterns are closely attached to the inner surface of the packaging structure. This allows the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block to be imprinted onto the packaging structure, thereby enabling consumers to obtain specific information from the imprinted content. This eliminates the need to print on the packaging structure or add paper instruction manuals or other specific content inside it, saving printing costs. At the same time, it increases interest, improves the consumer's user experience, and is more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the packaging structure.

[0023] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure for placing food blocks in a packaging holder.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention in Example 1.

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention in Example 2.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the packaging base structure in Example 2. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0028] The following description is intended to disclose the invention so that those skilled in the art can implement it. The preferred embodiments described below are merely examples, and other obvious modifications will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The basic principles of the invention defined in the following description can be used in other embodiments, modifications, improvements, equivalents, and other technical solutions that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the invention.

[0029] Those skilled in the art should understand that, in the disclosure of this invention, the terms "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or position based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are merely simplified descriptions for the convenience of describing this invention and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the above terms should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0030] It is understood that the term "a" should be understood as "at least one" or "one or more", that is, in one embodiment, the number of an element can be one, while in another embodiment, the number of the element can be multiple, and the term "a" should not be understood as a limitation on the number.

[0031] Example 1: See Figures 1 to 3 A packaged food includes a packaging structure 1, which includes a packaging base 12 and a packaging cover 11. The packaging base 12 is provided with a plurality of limiting bars 121 that allow food blocks 2 to be arranged in a regular manner. Through these limiting bars 121, a plurality of strip-shaped placement cavities 120 are formed in the packaging base 12. The food blocks 2 arranged in a regular manner are placed in the placement cavities 120, and the limiting bars 121 ensure that the food blocks 2 do not shift.

[0032] When choosing food blocks, prioritize dark-colored foods that are easy to color, such as brown sugar blocks and chocolate blocks. Of course, this does not mean that it is limited to only these two types of foods.

[0033] The food block has characters or patterns on its upper surface that can be imprinted onto the packaging cover 11. When it is tightly attached to the packaging cover 11, the characters or patterns can be imprinted onto the packaging cover 11. The food block 2 needs to be confined in the placement cavity 120 to prevent displacement in order to ensure that these characters and patterns are clearly imprinted onto the packaging cover 11.

[0034] The specific implementation method is as follows: Mirrored raised characters or patterns are set on the upper surface of food block 2. It is also possible to use mirrored concave characters or patterns, depending on the mold selection in the early processing of food block 2. Raised and concave do not affect the display of characters, but will produce different effects. Raised characters or patterns are displayed as solid characters or patterns, while concave characters or patterns are displayed as hollow characters or patterns, which is more artistic and further improves the consumer's consumption experience. Because the packaging cover 11 is usually made of opaque material, only by using mirrored characters or patterns can the imprinted effect be displayed normally to consumers.

[0035] The characters on the food blocks include text and punctuation that can be combined to form instructions for use. Of course, they are not limited to instructions for use; they can also be stories related to food, poems related to food, etc., which also have artistic effects, further enhancing the consumer experience and meeting the current market demand.

[0036] Of course, the patterns on food blocks can include designs that can form usage symbols. For consumers who cannot read or special age groups, graphic symbols can be used to express the content that needs to be conveyed, which is more user-friendly.

[0037] Example 2: See Figures 4 to 5 A packaged food includes a packaging structure 1, which specifically includes a packaging base 12, food paper 13, and a packaging lid 11. The packaging base 12 is provided with several limiting strips 121 that allow food blocks 2 to be arranged in a regular manner. Through these limiting strips 121 and limiting blocks 122, the limiting strips 121 can form several strip-shaped placement cavities 120 in the packaging base 12. The food blocks 2 arranged in a regular manner are placed in the placement cavities 120. The limiting strips 121 ensure that these food blocks 2 do not shift. When there is a gap or empty space between the food blocks 2, it can be filled by the limiting blocks 122 to ensure that the food blocks 2 are limited on all sides. Obviously, after the food blocks 2 are arranged in a regular manner, the food paper 13 is placed on the food blocks 2 and closely adheres to the characters or patterns on the surface of the food blocks.

[0038] When choosing food blocks, prioritize dark-colored foods that are easy to color, such as brown sugar blocks and chocolate blocks. Of course, this does not mean that it is limited to only these two types of foods.

[0039] The upper surface of the food block 2 is provided with characters or patterns that can be imprinted onto the packaging cover 11. When it is tightly attached to the food paper 13, the characters or patterns can be imprinted onto the food paper 13. The food block 2 needs to be confined in the placement cavity 120 without shifting in order to ensure that these characters and patterns are clearly imprinted onto the food paper 13.

[0040] The specific implementation method is as follows: the characters or patterns on the upper surface of food block 2 can be set as either raised or recessed. They can also be recessed characters or patterns, depending on the mold selection in the early processing of food block 2. Raised and recessed do not affect the display of characters, but they will produce different effects. Raised characters or patterns are displayed as solid characters or patterns, while recessed characters or patterns are displayed as hollow characters or patterns, which are more artistic and further enhance the consumer's consumption experience.

[0041] Food paper 13 is usually made of transparent material, such as silicone paper, so that characters or patterns are visible on both sides. Therefore, when using a packaging structure with food paper 13, the design of characters or patterns on the surface of food block 2 can be more flexible. Mirrored or normal settings are both acceptable and will not affect the difficulty of reading for consumers. When using mirrored characters or patterns, the characters or patterns on the side of food paper 13 facing food block 2 can be read. When using normal characters or patterns, the characters or patterns on the side of food paper 13 facing away from food block 2 can be read.

[0042] The characters on the food blocks include text and punctuation that can be combined to form instructions for use. Of course, they are not limited to instructions for use; they can also be stories related to food, poems related to food, etc., which also have artistic effects, further enhancing the consumer experience and meeting the needs of current market consumers.

[0043] Of course, the patterns on food blocks can include designs that can form usage symbols. For consumers who cannot read or special age groups, graphic symbols can be used to express the content that needs to be conveyed, which is more user-friendly.

[0044] The packaging methods involved in the above two embodiments specifically include the following steps:

[0045] A. Character and graphic template layout: Arrange the character or graphic templates that you want to achieve the desired effect to meet the expected result. You can choose either a punch or a die for the template.

[0046] B. Pre-made food blocks: Food blocks with predetermined characters or patterns are pre-made by placing the food into the mold after layout. The predetermined characters or patterns include text and punctuation that can be combined to form instructions for use. Of course, it is not limited to instructions for use. It can also be stories related to food, poems related to food, etc. The patterns can reflect certain ethnic cultures or be usage guidance patterns for special groups. Suitable characters or patterns can be matched according to the characteristics of the food, which can not only enhance the appearance of the food, but also further improve the consumer experience and meet the current market demand.

[0047] C. Arrangement of food blocks: Arrange the food blocks from step B in the packaging base according to the desired effect and rules. The food blocks arranged in columns are limited by the limit bars. Of course, the space for line breaks or sentence breaks is achieved by the limit blocks to achieve the aesthetics of the layout.

[0048] D. Covering: As in Example 1, if no food paper is provided inside the packaging structure, simply cover the packaging with the packaging cover and ensure that the inner surface of the packaging cover is in close contact with the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block. If food paper is provided inside the packaging structure, the food paper should be laid flat on the food block and the packaging cover should be covered with the packaging cover to ensure that it is in close contact with the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block.

[0049] The above steps complete the packaging of the food in this plan.

[0050] This solution allows specific content to be imprinted onto the packaging from the food itself, eliminating the need for printing on the packaging structure or adding paper instructions or other specific content inside. This saves printing costs, while also increasing interest, improving the consumer experience, and being more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly, meeting the current market demand.

[0051] Those skilled in the art should understand that the embodiments of the present invention described above and shown in the accompanying drawings are merely examples and do not limit the present invention. The objectives of the present invention have been fully and effectively achieved. The functions and structural principles of the present invention have been shown and explained in the embodiments, and any modifications or variations of the embodiments of the present invention may be made without departing from the stated principles.

Claims

1. A packaged food, comprising a packaging structure (1), characterized in that, The packaging structure (1) contains several food blocks (2) arranged in a regular pattern. The upper surface of the food blocks (2) is provided with characters or patterns that can be imprinted onto the packaging structure (1). The packaging structure (1) includes a packaging base (12), food paper (13), and a packaging cover (11). The food paper (13) is placed on the food blocks (2) and closely adheres to the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food blocks. The packaging base (12) contains several limiting strips (121) or limiting blocks (122) that enable the food blocks (2) to be arranged in a regular pattern. When the food blocks (2) are closely adhered to the food paper (13), the characters or patterns can be imprinted onto the food paper (13).

2. The packaged food according to claim 1, characterized in that, The characters or patterns are mirrored, protruding or recessed on the upper surface of the food block (2).

3. The packaged food according to claim 1, characterized in that, The characters on the food block include text and punctuation that can be combined to form instructions for use.

4. A packaged food according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pattern of the food block includes designs that can form a logo.

5. A packaged food product according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The food block (2) includes colorable brown sugar or chocolate.

6. A packaging method for the packaged food according to claim 1, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: A. Character and graphic template layout: Layout the characters or graphic templates according to the desired effect; B. Pre-fabrication of food blocks: Place the food into the mold after layout to pre-fabricate food blocks with predetermined characters or patterns on their upper surface. C. Arrangement of food blocks: Arrange the food blocks from step B in the packaging base according to the desired effect and rules; D. Covering: Cover the packaging structure and ensure that the inner surface of the packaging structure fits tightly against the characters or patterns on the upper surface of the food block.

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