William C Kreamer

Title: William C. Kreamer: Packaging and Sterilization Inventions

Introduction

William C. Kreamer is an inventor associated with San Jose, California, and FMC Corporation. His work includes inventions for processing irregularly shaped containers and packaging articles such as fruit. He is credited with 4 patents.

Latest Patents

Kreamer’s listed patents address sterilization and packaging equipment.

“Apparatus for High Speed Sterilization of Irregularly Shaped Containers” describes a carrier that holds irregularly shaped containers as they move through a hydrostatic sterilizer. Openings in the carrier allow fluid and steam to circulate around the containers, supporting uniform processing while enabling the sterilizer to handle them alongside cylindrical food cans.

“Method and Apparatus for Packaging Articles Such as Fruit” describes a system that packages articles between two portions of film. Annular clamping mechanisms hold and stretch the film, then release it so a hot knife can seal and cut the film in a relaxed area. The invention also includes a low-inertia film drive designed to reduce wrinkles and help ensure consistent sealing.

Career Highlights

Kreamer’s patent work reflects a focus on practical machinery for food processing and packaging. His inventions address challenges such as adapting irregular containers for sterilization and controlling film tension during packaging.

Collaborations

Kreamer’s listed coworkers include Veikko K. Viitanen and Jeffery A. Hadley. The available information identifies FMC Corporation as his company but does not specify the nature of his collaborations with these colleagues.

Conclusion

William C. Kreamer’s patents document contributions to sterilization and packaging technology, with designs intended to improve the handling and processing of containers and packaged articles.