This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 4 published patent applications and 4 EPO patents. Top assignee: Owens-Brockway Glass Container Inc.. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: The Innovations of Bernhard Altendorfer
Introduction
Bernhard Altendorfer is a notable inventor based in Waldkirchen, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of glass manufacturing, particularly through his innovative patent related to gob feeding methods.
Latest Patents
Altendorfer holds a patent for a "Multiple gob feeder, gob feeding method and related system, and feeder orifice." This invention involves a method of loading glass gobs into blank molds. It includes producing glass gobs that fall from laterally spaced orifices along falling gob axes. The glass gobs are received into blank molds that have centerlines corresponding to the falling gob axes. The patent also describes a multiple gob feeder that features a feeder vessel with outlets and feeder orifices that establish gob falling axes. The orifice pipes and tips are equipped with heaters to ensure optimal performance.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Altendorfer has worked with prominent companies in the glass industry. He has been associated with Owens-Brockway Glass Container Inc. and Füller Glastechnologie Vertriebs-Gmbh. His work in these organizations has contributed to advancements in glass manufacturing technologies.
Collaborations
Altendorfer has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Alexandra Fuller and Walter Anderson. These partnerships have fostered innovation and development in the glass industry.
Conclusion
Bernhard Altendorfer's contributions to glass manufacturing through his innovative patent and collaborations highlight his importance in the field. His work continues to influence the industry and pave the way for future advancements.