This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents, plus 2 CIPO patents. Top assignee: Devro Plc. Active years: 1998-1999.
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Location History:
- Kilwinning, GB (1998)
- Ayrshire, GB (1999)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1998-1999
Title: Innovations of Derek Samuel Norwood
Introduction
Derek Samuel Norwood is a notable inventor based in Kilwinning, GB. He has made significant contributions to the field of food processing technology, particularly in the area of sausage production. With a total of two patents to his name, Norwood's work has garnered attention for its innovative approach to forming sausage links.
Latest Patents
One of Norwood's latest patents is an apparatus and method for forming sausage links. This invention describes a system where the formed links are less likely to unwind. The apparatus includes a conveyor designed to move a tubular food casing filled with a food emulsion around an axis. The conveyor is equipped with multiple crimping and twisting means that create continuous adjacent links. As the conveyor moves the links through a semicircular path, twisting and crimping operations are performed at various stations. The resulting links have a first set twisted in one direction and a second set twisted in the opposite direction. These twisted links are then arranged into vertical hanging loops using a screw thread of variable decreasing pitch, ensuring that the links maintain their structure and do not unwind.
Career Highlights
Derek Norwood is currently employed at Devro Plc, a company known for its expertise in food casing solutions. His work at Devro has allowed him to apply his innovative ideas in a practical setting, contributing to advancements in food processing technology.
Collaborations
Norwood has collaborated with several colleagues, including Allan James Hanlon and Tom Saddler Lynch. These partnerships have likely fostered a creative environment that encourages the development of new ideas and technologies.
Conclusion
Derek Samuel Norwood's contributions to the field of food processing, particularly through his innovative patents, highlight his role as a significant inventor. His work continues to influence the industry, showcasing the importance of innovation in food technology.
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