This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Lever Brothers Company. Active years: 1989.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1989
Title: Swarthoff Ton: Innovator in Enzymatic Detergents
Introduction
Swarthoff Ton is a notable inventor based in Hellevoetsluis, Netherlands. He has made significant contributions to the field of enzymatic detergents, particularly through his innovative patent. His work focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of detergent compositions by utilizing specific classes of lipases.
Latest Patents
Swarthoff Ton holds a patent for an enzymatic detergent and bleaching composition. This invention relates to the use of a certain class of lipases in combination with strong bleaching agents in detergent formulations. The lipases utilized in his invention include fungal lipases derived from Humicola lanuginosa or Thermomyces lanuginosus, as well as bacterial lipases that exhibit a positive immunological cross-reaction with the antibody of the lipase produced by Chromobacter viscosum var. lipolyticum NRRL B-3673. The strong bleaching agents he employs are more effective than the sodium perborate/TAED system, such as peracetic acid, or they yield a peracid faster than the sodium perborate/TAED system upon perhydrolysis.
Career Highlights
Swarthoff Ton is associated with Lever Brothers Company, where he has been able to apply his innovative ideas in the development of cleaning products. His work has contributed to advancements in the efficiency and effectiveness of detergents in the market.
Collaborations
Some of his notable coworkers include David Thom and Jan Klugkist, who have collaborated with him on various projects within the company.
Conclusion
Swarthoff Ton's contributions to the field of enzymatic detergents highlight his innovative spirit and dedication to improving cleaning technologies. His patent for an enzymatic detergent and bleaching composition showcases the potential for enhanced cleaning solutions in the industry.