An exposure apparatus is provided which can supply and collect a liquid in a prescribed state, and that can suppress degradation of a pattern image projected onto a substrate. In one example, although claimed subject matter is not so limited, information processed in acquiring a signal from a first SV may be used in acquiring a signal from a second SV. The objective of the present invention is to bring about a flow monitoring mechanism enhancing system security. The cutting plate preferably includes a plurality of cutting openings and an engagement surface capable of supporting and positioning a sheet of food product. A climbing device attached to the yoke can engage a climb rod and can move the apparatus upward along the climb rod.