This inventor holds 5 USPTO granted patents. Top assignees: Johnson & Johnson Vision Products Inc., Johnson and Johnson Vision Care, Inc.. Active years: 1997-2001.
Location History:
- Chiba, JP (1998)
- Chiba-Pref., JP (1997 - 2001)
Company Filing History:
4 out of 201 
1 out of 907 
Years Active: 1997-2001
Title: Hirokazu Kitagawa: Innovator in Packaging Technology
Introduction
Hirokazu Kitagawa is a notable inventor based in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of packaging technology, particularly in the design and development of apparatuses for preparing printing labels and packaging arrangements for products such as contact lenses. With a total of 5 patents to his name, Kitagawa's work has had a considerable impact on the industry.
Latest Patents
One of Kitagawa's latest patents is an "Apparatus and method for preparing printing labels." This invention involves a sophisticated apparatus designed for processing and segmenting a cover-forming laminate web or sheeting structure. It is specifically adapted to interconnect multiple containers, such as the base members of blister packages intended to hold hydrophilic contact lenses in a sterile aqueous solution. The apparatus allows for imprinting, perforating, slitting, and cutting the laminated web structure, resulting in printed covering labels for an array of containers. The design includes features that enable the severed laminate segments to be separated along weakening or perforation lines, providing a convenient packaging arrangement for individual containers.
Another significant patent by Kitagawa is a "Packaging arrangement" for products like contact lenses in blister packs. This innovative arrangement features an intermittently indexed, linearly driven endless conveyor equipped with identical support pallets. Each pallet is designed to support and align an array of individual package bases. The system allows each support pallet to be sequentially stopped at various workstations along the conveyor, enhancing the efficiency of the packaging process.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Hirokazu Kitagawa has worked with prominent companies, including Johnson & Johnson Vision Products Inc. and Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in packaging technology and innovation.
Collaborations
Kitagawa has collaborated with notable professionals in the field, including Russell J Edwards and Masao Funo. These collaborations have likely enriched his work and contributed to the development of his patented technologies.
Conclusion
Hirokazu Kitagawa is a distinguished inventor whose work in packaging technology has led to significant advancements in the industry. His innovative patents demonstrate his commitment to improving packaging solutions, particularly for contact lenses. His contributions continue to influence the field and inspire future innovations.