Michael Hildebrand

Title: Michael Hildebrand and High-Rate Label Application

Introduction

Michael Hildebrand is an inventor associated with Brecksville, Ohio. His patent work addresses automated sorting and labeling, with a focus on coordinating article movement and label application.

Latest Patents

The supplied information lists one patent for Hildebrand: “High-rate label applicator method and apparatus.” The invention describes an auto sort and label system comprising a conveyor, controller, sensor, and label, print, and apply system. As articles move along the conveyor, the sensor identifies them and sends data to the controller. The label system prints labels in sequence with the corresponding articles and applies them as they pass.

The controller adjusts the gap or pitch between articles to suit the label system’s operating capability. It also verifies label placement and contents using sensor data, then accepts or rejects each labeled article for further handling. Hildebrand’s listed portfolio includes 1 patent.

Career Highlights

Hildebrand is associated with Dematic GmbH, a company working in material handling and automation. His listed patent reflects an interest in improving the speed and reliability of automated labeling operations.

Collaborations

Khalil Najjar is identified as Hildebrand’s coworker. The information provided does not specify whether Najjar collaborated on the patent.

Conclusion

Michael Hildebrand’s listed invention combines sensing, conveyor control, label application, and verification to support accurate, high-rate processing of articles.