Patents by Inventor Kenneth J. Roach

Kenneth J. Roach 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: 20140348702
    Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter relates generally to a system and method of generating at least one disinfecting gas within a package through a photochemical reaction. More particularly, the presently disclosed subject matter is directed to a system and method for controlled release of a generated gas from a polymeric film or lamination through selection of a suitable combination of lighting conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Applicant: Cryovac, Inc.
    Inventors: Joshua D. Wofford, Patrick Wayne Thompson, Rick Merical, Russell F. Darley, Nicholas James Berendt, Jerry Christopher Richardson, Anton L. Timmons, Garry William Crossdale, Kenneth J. Roach
  • Publication number: 20140026971
    Abstract: Provided herein are systems and methods useful for the cleaning, sanitizing, and/or microbial control of industrial equipment such as, for example, conveyance and production/manufacturing systems.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 12, 2012
    Publication date: January 30, 2014
    Applicant: DIVERSEY, INC.
    Inventors: Kenneth J. Roach, Henry von Rege
  • Publication number: 20120219480
    Abstract: A composition for use in air scrubbers, and particularly, cleaning air scrubbers is provided, along with methods for cleaning air scrubbers using the same. The composition includes at least one of components A, B, C, and D. Component A includes at least one surfactant and at least one enzyme. Component B includes at least one surfactant. Component C includes at least one pH control agent. Component D includes at least one defoamer. The compositions may be used to remove volatile organic compounds from air.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 31, 2010
    Publication date: August 30, 2012
    Applicant: DIVERSEY, INC.
    Inventors: William E. Simpson, Keith W. Kennedy, Dale A. Grinstead, Michael F. Coughlin, Kenneth J. Roach, Stephen Lyon, Maynard J. Riley, Garry W. Crossdale
  • Patent number: 7794311
    Abstract: Various carcass cleaning apparatuses and methods are described and illustrated, wherein carcasses can be cleaned by at least partially immersing carcasses within reservoirs moved by a conveyor. The reservoirs can be filled with cleaning fluid, receive carcasses to immerse the carcasses in the fluid, and can then be drained of such fluid, wherein the drained fluid can be collected, filtered, and supplied again to reservoirs for immersing and cleaning additional carcasses.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: Diversey, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl Groenewegen, Dan L. Porter, Kenneth J. Roach
  • Publication number: 20090324746
    Abstract: The invention relates to a multi-component chlorine dioxide producing system. The invention produces effective amounts of chlorine dioxide in five minutes or less without instantaneous production or loss of chlorine dioxide. The invention further includes a dispensing apparatus to allow for the dispensing of the multi component system to allow for insitu production of chlorine dioxide.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 22, 2009
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Inventors: Andrew M. Bober, Charles Crawford, Dale A. Grinstead, Masahiro Nishizawa, Kenneth J. Roach, Carol Anne Rouillard, James H. Whitehead, William B. Wright
  • Publication number: 20090239458
    Abstract: Various carcass cleaning apparatuses and methods are described and illustrated, wherein carcasses can be cleaned by at least partially immersing carcasses within reservoirs moved by a conveyor. The reservoirs can be filled with cleaning fluid, receive carcasses to immerse the carcasses in the fluid, and can then be drained of such fluid, wherein the drained fluid can be collected, filtered, and supplied again to reservoirs for immersing and cleaning additional carcasses.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 19, 2009
    Publication date: September 24, 2009
    Applicant: JOHNSONDIVERSEY, INC.
    Inventors: Carl Groenewegen, Dan L. Porter, Kenneth J. Roach
  • Publication number: 20080025870
    Abstract: One aspect of the present invention relates to separating a gas, such as chlorine dioxide, from a solution. In another aspect of the invention, the separated gas is then used for the sterilization or sanitation of items, such as food, food storage containers, other food contact surfaces, medical devices, and the like. In yet another aspect of the invention, that gas is then decomposed or otherwise neutralized after contacting the item. In yet another aspect of the invention, the separated gas is dissolved or otherwise introduced into a pure solution, such as water, to form highly pure solution containing the gas.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2006
    Publication date: January 31, 2008
    Inventors: Cornelis H. Groenewegen, Kenneth J. Roach
  • Publication number: 20040254085
    Abstract: A cleaning formulation especially suited for cleaning a substantially vertical or inclined surfaces which is soiled by components used in the food or beverage industry. The cleaning formulation has foam characteristics as well as long cling times. Yet, it is easily rinsed from the surface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2003
    Publication date: December 16, 2004
    Applicant: JOHNSONDIVERSEY, INC.
    Inventors: Carol Anne Rouillard, Kenneth J. Roach
  • Patent number: 5552079
    Abstract: Detergent compositions are formed into tablets for dispensing. These tablets can be retained in a flexible plastic bag having a rigid opening and tapered midsection. The rigidity of the tablets enables the bag to retain its shape and prevent hydratable detergents from clogging up the dispenser. A preferred detergent formulation is a high-caustic detergent composition which includes a combination of sodium tripolyphosphate and sodium tripolyphosphate hexahydrate, defoaming surfactant, polycarboxylate and a processing and dissolution aid such as propylene glycol. This detergent composition, when tableted, provides an extremely uniform dissolution rate minimizing any temperature peaks that can occur in dispensing high-caustic detergent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 1995
    Date of Patent: September 3, 1996
    Assignee: Diversey Corporation
    Inventors: Kenneth J. Roach, Patricia A. Anderson