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Cary, NC, United States of America

Sarid M Shefet

This inventor holds 24 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Food Processing Automation. Top assignees: Conagra Foods, Inc., Conagra Foods Rdm, Inc., Goodmark Foods, Inc.. Active years: 2004-2009.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Sarid M Shefet. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/sarid-m-shefet

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 24

% Patents Active = 75.0

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.4

ph-index = 8

Forward Citations = 162(Granted Patents)


Company Filing History:

goldMedal20 out of 26 
 
Conagra Foods, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal1 out of 124 
 
Conagra Foods Rdm, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal1 out of 6 
 
Goodmark Foods, Inc.
 patents
4. 2 out of 834,453 
Other
 patents

Years Active: 2004-2009

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Areas of Expertise:
Food Transport Systems
Casingless Production
Automated Loaders
High-Density Packing
Supply Systems
Food Dislodgement Mechanisms
Routing Devices
Support Member Positioning
Airflow Distribution
Efficient Space Utilization
Elongated Product Handling
Food Processing Systems
24 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 7568971 - Automated laterally offset retractable food dislodgement or guiding mechanisms and associated methods and systems (2009-08-04),
2. 7428962 - Food transport routing systems, devices, and guides for food processing systems and related methods (2008-09-30),
3. 7390246 - Automated supply, load and take-away systems and related devices and methods for lengths of elongated product (2008-06-24),
4. 7195551 - Casingless food production methods, systems, and associated wrappable coverings (2007-03-27),
5. 7182683 - Casingless food production methods, systems, and associated traveling matable mold shells (2007-02-27),
6. 7165670 - Food transport routing systems, devices, and guides for food processing systems and related methods (2007-01-23),
7. 7131904 - Automated laterally offset retractable food dislodgement or guiding mechanisms and associated methods and systems (2006-11-07),
8. 7074120 - Automated loaders or winders and related systems, devices and methods (2006-07-11),
9. 7070492 - Automated support member positioning and removing systems and related devices and methods (2006-07-04),
10. 7048622 - Automated laterally offset retractable food dislodgement or guiding mechanisms and associated methods and systems (2006-05-23),
11. 7040975 - Automated supply, load and take-away systems and related devices and methods for lengths of elongated product (2006-05-09),
12. 7040974 - Casingless food production methods, systems, and associated traveling matable mold shells (2006-05-09),
13. 7004307 - Food transport routing systems, devices, and guides for food processing systems and related methods (2006-02-28),
14. 6878053 - Automated loaders or winders and related systems, devices and methods (2005-04-12),
15. 6869352 - Repetitive high-density packing mechanisms for arranging suspended lengths of elongated items in a desired orientation and associated methods (2005-03-22),

Title: Innovations by Sarid M Shefet in Food Processing Technologies

Introduction

Sarid M Shefet, based in Cary, NC, has made significant contributions to the field of food processing through his innovative inventions. With a remarkable portfolio of 24 patents, Shefet's work focuses on automating food handling and transportation mechanisms to enhance efficiency and productivity within the industry.

Latest Patents

Sarid M Shefet’s latest patents reflect his commitment to advancing food processing technologies. One of his noteworthy inventions is the "Automated Laterally Offset Retractable Food Dislodgement or Guiding Mechanisms and Associated Methods and Systems". This patent outlines commercial production transport systems that automate food handling and transport by utilizing fingers that can fit into gaps on carrier surfaces to dislodge, guide, and route food along designated travel lanes.

In another innovative development, his patent on "Food Transport Routing Systems, Devices, and Guides for Food Processing Systems and Related Methods" describes methods and mechanisms designed to facilitate automated food transport. This system enables food to be directed through multiple predetermined travel lanes, allowing for efficient movement around stacked food processing units before transitioning to the next tier.

Career Highlights

Sarid M Shefet has cultivated a rich career in the food processing sector, initially gaining valuable experience at Conagra Foods, Inc. His contributions have consistently aimed at improving operational processes within the food industry, making him a recognized figure in the field.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Sarid has collaborated with notable professionals, including Lawrence Alan Chandler and Richard Rodeheaver Hawkins. These partnerships demonstrate his ability to work effectively within teams to devise groundbreaking solutions in food processing technology.

Conclusion

Sarid M Shefet's innovative patents and career achievements reflect a profound commitment to enhancing food processing systems. With an impressive number of patents and significant collaborative efforts, Shefet continues to drive innovation in the industry, positioning himself as a key contributor to the future of automated food handling and processing.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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