Patents by Inventor Robert M. Saunders

Robert M. Saunders 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: 4497765
    Abstract: A novel closure-making process and apparatus are disclosed for formation of plastic closures. The closures include a plastic closure cap which is compression molded to provide a closure having the requisite strength. The process includes steps for formation of a sealing liner within the closure cap if desired, with formation of a novel liner-retaining arrangement provided for secure retention of the liner within the cap. The process also includes steps for formation of a tamper-indicating pilfer band integrally with the plastic cap of the closure for formation of closures requiring a suitable tamper-indicating device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 22, 1982
    Date of Patent: February 5, 1985
    Assignee: H-C Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Sheldon L. Wilde, Thomas J. McCandless, Robert M. Saunders
  • Patent number: 4407422
    Abstract: A composite closure for a bottle or like container is disclosed which includes a compression molded plastic cap and a plastic sealing liner retained within the cap. Effective retention of the sealing liner in position within the plastic cap is provided by an inwardly extending annular lip disposed between an internal thread formation of the plastic cap and its top wall portion, and a ring of projections extending integrally from the inner surface of the top wall portion of the cap. The sealing liner includes an annular bead portion adjacent to and in engagement with the annular lip and ring of projections so that the liner is effectively retained in position within the plastic cap.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 13, 1981
    Date of Patent: October 4, 1983
    Assignee: H-C Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Sheldon L. Wilde, Thomas J. McCandless, Robert M. Saunders
  • Patent number: 4378893
    Abstract: A composite closure having a plastic cap with a specially configured arrangement for retention of a plastic liner. In one embodiment, integral pedestals are provided each have an overhang, such as a mushroom-shaped head, to provide a mechanical interlock with the liner. In other embodiments, pedestals are provided each having a fusible heat concentration zone that is fused to the liner as the liner is compression molded and heated in the cap. In one embodiment, the fusible pedestals are each cylindrical. In another embodiment, the fusible pedestals are each in the shape of a pyramid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 1981
    Date of Patent: April 5, 1983
    Assignee: H-C Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Sheldon L. Wilde, Thomas J. McCandless, Robert M. Saunders
  • Patent number: 4343754
    Abstract: A process for making a composite closure having a plastic cap with specially configured pedestals that are interconnected to a plastic liner. In one embodiment, the pedestals are each formed with an overhang, such as a mushroom-shaped overhang, to provide a mechanical interlock with the liner. In other embodiments, the pedestals are each formed with a fusible heat concentration zone that is fused to the liner as the liner is compression molded and heated in the cap. In one embodiment, each of the fusible pedestals are formed with a cylindrical configuration. In another embodiment, each of the fusible pedestals are formed in the shape of a pyramid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 1979
    Date of Patent: August 10, 1982
    Assignee: H-C Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Sheldon L. Wilde, Thomas J. McCandless, Robert M. Saunders
  • Patent number: 4225629
    Abstract: Stable protein concentrates are prepared from whey and seed products by a process which comprises mixing the seed product and the whey, adding alkali to the mixture, and separating a juice containing soluble protein and suspended starch and fat therefrom. Then, the juice is treated to precipitate a protein concentrate either by adding acid to pH 5-6 and heating to 85.degree.-95.degree. C. or by adding acid to pH 3-4 and then adding sodium hexametaphosphate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 1977
    Date of Patent: September 30, 1980
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Robert M. Saunders, George O. Kohler
  • Patent number: 4204008
    Abstract: Stable protein concentrates are prepared from whey and seed products by a process which comprises mixing the seed product and the whey, adding alkali to the mixture, and separating a juice containing soluble protein and suspended starch and fat therefrom. Then, the juice, after adjustment to about pH 7, is dried directly to give a protein concentrate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 28, 1978
    Date of Patent: May 20, 1980
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Robert M. Saunders, George O. Kohler
  • Patent number: 4064283
    Abstract: Stable protein concentrates are prepared from whey and seed products by a process which comprises mixing the seed product and the whey, adding alkali to the mixture, and separating a juice containing soluble protein and suspended starch and fat therefrom. Then, the juice is treated to precipitate a protein concentrate either by adding acid to pH 5-6 and heating to 85-95.degree. C. or by adding acid to pH 3-4 and then adding sodium hexametaphosphate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 1976
    Date of Patent: December 20, 1977
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Robert M. Saunders, George O. Kohler
  • Patent number: 3944537
    Abstract: Alpha-amylase inhibitor is prepared from whole wheat or other wheat material by blending the starting material with aqueous alkali, separating the juice therefrom, coagulating and separating a protein concentrate from the juice, and then applying acetone to the residual juice to precipitate the alpha-amylase inhibitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 1974
    Date of Patent: March 16, 1976
    Assignee: The United States of America as represented by the Secretary of Agriculture
    Inventors: Robert M. Saunders, George O. Kohler