Patents by Inventor David D. Albrecht

David D. Albrecht 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).

  • Patent number: 11690386
    Abstract: A predetermined volume of ice-cream mix is provided to an ice cream making system or method. The ice-cream mix is cooled and whipped to form ice cream.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2023
    Assignee: Wells Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: David D. Albrecht
  • Publication number: 20210145020
    Abstract: A predetermined volume of ice-cream mix is provided to an ice cream making system or method. The ice-cream mix is cooled and whipped to form ice cream.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2018
    Publication date: May 20, 2021
    Inventor: David D. ALBRECHT
  • Patent number: 10450111
    Abstract: The current invention provides a container, a lid, a combination of the two, and a method of using the same. The container has a base and a sidewall extending upward from the base forming a continuous sidewall around the base. The upper portion of the sidewall has a rim and a skirt around the perimeter. The skirt has a removable tear tab to allow access to a lid for removing the lid from the container. The lid also has vents for air to exit the container, thereby preventing rising of the lid in low pressure areas. The vents further prevent entry of air into the container when the sealed container is taken to areas of higher pressure. A method of filling the container leaving an air gap between the product and the lid and utilizing the aforementioned vents is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2019
    Assignee: Wells Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: David D. Albrecht, Kaye D. Van Genderen
  • Publication number: 20170096274
    Abstract: A container having venting means and a method for sealing a lid to the container without damaging or weakening the container are disclosed. The container, such as a cup, includes venting means in the interior surface of the container side wall generally adjacent a lid seal to allow air that would otherwise be forced into and become trapped in the container when the lid is sealed to the lid seal to vent from the container to prevent weakening of, damage to or ultimate failure of the container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 10, 2016
    Publication date: April 6, 2017
    Inventors: David D. Albrecht, Michael W. Fischer
  • Publication number: 20170001765
    Abstract: The current invention provides a container, a lid, a combination of the two, and a method of using the same. The container has a base and a sidewall extending upward from the base forming a continuous sidewall around the base. The upper portion of the sidewall has a rim and a skirt around the perimeter. The skirt has a removable tear tab to allow access to a lid for removing the lid from the container. The lid also has vents for air to exit the container, thereby preventing rising of the lid in low pressure areas. The vents further prevent entry of air into the container when the sealed container is taken to areas of higher pressure. A method of filling the container leaving an air gap between the product and the lid and utilizing the aforementioned vents is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2016
    Publication date: January 5, 2017
    Inventors: David D. Albrecht, Kaye D. Van Genderen
  • Publication number: 20130320014
    Abstract: The current invention provides a container, a lid, a combination of the two, and a method of using the same. The container has a base and a sidewall extending upward from the base forming a continuous sidewall around the base. The upper portion of the sidewall has a rim and a skirt around the perimeter. The skirt has a removable tear tab to allow access to a lid for removing the lid from the container. The lid also has vents for air to exit the container, thereby preventing rising of the lid in low pressure areas. The vents further prevent entry of air into the container when the sealed container is taken to areas of higher pressure. A method of filling the container leaving an air gap between the product and the lid and utilizing the aforementioned vents is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 6, 2013
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Applicant: Wells Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: David D. Albrecht, Kaye D. Van Genderen
  • Patent number: 8528770
    Abstract: A container, a lid, a combination of the two, and a method of using the same is disclosed. The container has a base and a sidewall extending upward from the base forming a continuous sidewall around the base. The upper portion of the sidewall has a rim and a skirt around the perimeter. The skirt has a removable tear tab to allow access to a lid for removing the lid from the container. The lid also has vents for air to exit the container, thereby preventing rising of the lid in low pressure areas. The vents further prevent entry of air into the container when the sealed container is taken to areas of higher pressure. A method of filling the container leaving an air gap between the product and the lid and utilizing the aforementioned vents is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2013
    Assignee: Wells Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventors: David D. Albrecht, Kaye D. Van Genderen
  • Publication number: 20120118888
    Abstract: A container having venting means and a method for sealing a lid to the container without damaging or weakening the container are disclosed. The container, such as a cup, includes venting means in the interior surface of the container side wall generally adjacent a lid seal to allow air that would otherwise be forced into and become trapped in the container when the lid is sealed to the lid seal to vent from the container to prevent weakening of, damage to or ultimate failure of the container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2010
    Publication date: May 17, 2012
    Applicant: WELLS' DAIRY INC.
    Inventors: DAVID D. ALBRECHT, MICHAEL W. FISCHER
  • Patent number: 8006863
    Abstract: The present invention is a square-shaped product container having a bail pivotally attached to an upper portion of opposite corners of the container. A mating lid for the container is formed which mates with a top portion of the container and has a tab which extends outward and downward from a sealing lip on the lid. The tab on the lid and the bail on the container work in conjunction when a user pulls downward on the bail and upward on the tab to easily pull the tab corner of the lid upward away from the container. Then, the remaining portion of the lid sealed to the container easily follows with forces upward on the lid and downward on the bail.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2011
    Assignee: Wells Enterprises, Inc.
    Inventor: David D. Albrecht
  • Patent number: 6543339
    Abstract: A protein-containing composition is provided which is produced by the steps of: coagulating a protein-containing material; emulsifying the protein-containing material; continuously heating the protein-containing material to a predetermined temperature and maintaining that temperature for a period of time sufficient to sterilize the protein-containing material; continuously cooling the protein-containing material; and aseptically packaging the protein containing material. The resulting product is a high quality, highly palatable, and highly digestible protein source which can be shipped without special accommodations regardless of temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2000
    Date of Patent: April 8, 2003
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: David D. Albrecht
  • Patent number: 6096356
    Abstract: A protein-containing composition is provided which is produced by the steps of: coagulating a protein-containing material; emulsifying the protein-containing material; continuously heating the protein-containing material to a predetermined temperature and maintaining that temperature for a period of time sufficient to sterilize the protein-containing material; continuously cooling the protein-containing material; and aseptically packaging the protein containing material. The resulting product is a high quality, highly palatable, and highly digestible protein source which can be shipped without special accommodations regardless of temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2000
    Assignee: The IAMS Company
    Inventor: David D. Albrecht
  • Patent number: 6096354
    Abstract: A protein-containing composition is provided which is produced by the steps of: coagulating a protein-containing material; emulsifying the protein-containing material; continuously heating the protein-containing material to a predetermined temperature and maintaining that temperature for a period of time sufficient to sterilize the protein-containing material; continuously cooling the protein-containing material; and aseptically packaging the protein containing material. The resulting product is a high quality, highly palatable, and highly digestible protein source which can be shipped without special accommodations regardless of temperature.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 2, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2000
    Assignee: The Iams Company
    Inventor: David D. Albrecht
  • Patent number: D587566
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 1, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2009
    Assignee: Wells' Dairy, Inc.
    Inventor: David D. Albrecht