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Minnetonka, MN, United States of America

Michael Foods, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 20

CIPO Patents = 5

Trademarks = 14

Forward Citations = 69

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22 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Jason W Mathews (5 out of 13 patents)

Jonathan A Merkle (4 out of 12 patents)

Hershell R Ball, Jr (4 out of 19 patents)

4. Aloysius J Knipper (4 out of 12 patents)

5. Lauren S Beam (4 out of 4 patents)

6. Alicia Stube (3 out of 3 patents)

7. Noel G Rudie (3 out of 3 patents)

8. Ted A Kurpgeweit (2 out of 3 patents)

9. Marc Tillis (2 out of 4 patents)

10. Daniel L Vance (2 out of 2 patents)

11. Hector Gregorio Lara (1 out of 5 patents)

12. Wanda P Paine (1 out of 1 patent)

13. Kenneth R Swartzel (1 out of 24 patents)

14. Alan E Hairsine (1 out of 2 patents)

15. Dale E Weaver (1 out of 2 patents)

20 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12022847 - Methods of egg yolk fractionation (2024-07-02),

2. 12016351 - Crisped proteinaceous food product (2024-06-25),

3. 11937618 - Method for providing a proteinaceous composition without pH adjustment (2024-03-26),

4. 11273471 - Shell egg pasteurizer with automated clean-in-place system (2022-03-15),

5. 10251414 - Formulated egg product suitable for processing (2019-04-09),

6. 9642383 - Food product including fully or partially cooked egg (2017-05-09),

7. 8834952 - Formulated egg product suitable for processing (2014-09-16),

8. 8475858 - Methods for automatically making large quantities of pre-cooked eggs having a natural appearance (2013-07-02),

9. 8025914 - Method of preparing egg nuggets (2011-09-27),

10. 7833562 - Egg product with particulates (2010-11-16),

11. 7713571 - Egg nuggets (2010-05-11),

12. 7241469 - Formulation and process to prepare a pre-formed filing unit (2007-07-10),

13. 6814999 - Enhanced precooked egg product and process for formulation of precooked egg products (2004-11-09),

14. 6524638 - Enhanced precooked egg product and process for formulation of precooked egg products (2003-02-25),

15. 6475550 - Enhanced precooked egg product and process for formulation of precooked egg products (2002-11-05),

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leading food processing and distribution company providing a wide range of egg and potato products. With a diverse portfolio of trusted brands, including Papetti's®, Crystal Farms®, Simply Potatoes®, and Abbotsford Farms®, Michael Foods serves customers in retail, foodservice, and industrial sectors. By leveraging innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to sustainability, the company continuously meets evolving consumer demands. Visit their website for more information and to explore their product offerings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Dec 9 2025

20 Patents

#25 in Minnetonka, MN

#477 in Minnesota

#15,856 in US

#30,316 in the World

Minnetonka, MN, United States of America

Michael Foods, Inc.

Forward Citations = 69

22 inventors:

Jason W Mathews (5 out of 13 patents)

Jonathan A Merkle (4 out of 12 patents)

Hershell R Ball, Jr (4 out of 19 patents)

4. Aloysius J Knipper (4 out of 12 patents)

5. Lauren S Beam (4 out of 4 patents)

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