Patents by Inventor Thomas M. Plonski

Thomas M. Plonski has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20110117247
    Abstract: Composition and methods including powder aggregates formed from tacking fine composition particles to agglomerates. The compositions provide powder aggregates where component segregation and dusting is reduced, and composition flow is improved. Embodiments can include a powder composition having an agglomeration greater than about 100 microns in diameter coated with a tacking agent; and a fine particle less than about 100 microns tacked to the agglomeration by the tacking agent. The agglomeration can be maltodextrin, flavorings, tea solids, and juice solids. The fine particles can be APM, Ace-k, sucralose, vitamins and minerals. The tacking agent can be acetylated monoglyceride, propylene glycol or a caprylic/capric triglyceride.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2009
    Publication date: May 19, 2011
    Applicant: KRAFT FOODS GLOBAL BRANDS LLC
    Inventors: John B. Russell, Thomas M. Plonski, Sari Wacks