Patents by Inventor Hal Volkmann

Hal Volkmann 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).

  • Method of producing, and composition of, cereal products or food particulates with zero net glycemic carbohydrates
    Publication number: 20050136154
    Abstract: The present invention is directed towards a method of producing a cereal product or food particulate with zero net glycemic carbohydrates. In one aspect, the product or particulate has a defined cell structure and cell strength. In another aspect, the method comprises preparing, cooking, expanding, cutting and drying a protein blend.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2004
    Publication date: June 23, 2005
    Inventors: Travis Malo, Hal Volkmann, David Staley
  • Method of producing cereal clusters
    Publication number: 20050129817
    Abstract: The method of the present invention produces an edible, homogeneous cluster of a desired size and integrity. The clusters are prepared from various food particles including, but not limited to, flaked cereal, extruded cereal, grains, nuts, fruits, micronutrients, mineral and legumes. Food particulates are placed with a high brix binder into a high-speed vertical stator former. Cluster formation is accomplished within approximately 30 seconds to 2 minutes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2004
    Publication date: June 16, 2005
    Inventors: Peter Malecha, Hal Volkmann, Brent Bussinger, Dave Langford, Travis Malo