Trademarks = 6

Forward Citations = 355

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7 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Chad S Erickson (11 out of 29 patents)

David A Dornbush (7 out of 27 patents)

Robert Worrell (2 out of 9 patents)

4. W Robert Worrell (2 out of 8 patents)

5. John F Finn (2 out of 26 patents)

6. Jeffrey Sandahl (1 out of 1 patent)

7. Hartmut Ginnow (1 out of 1 patent)

13 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. D347140 - Countertop air oven (1994-05-24),

2. 5301826 - Expansion ring and clip for use with an expandable oven (1994-04-12),

3. 5165328 - Expandable countertop oven (1992-11-24),

4. D328687 - Countertop air oven (1992-08-18),

5. D321110 - Countertop air oven (1991-10-29),

6. D321109 - Counter top air oven (1991-10-29),

7. 4817509 - Air Fryer (1989-04-04),

8. 4536643 - Food dehydrator (1985-08-20),

9. 4531306 - Food dehydrator with moisture sensing control (1985-07-30),

10. D261142 - Food dehydrator (1981-10-06),

11. 4224743 - Food dehydrating machine (1980-09-30),

12. 4192081 - Food dehydrating machine (1980-03-11),

13. 4190965 - Food dehydrator (1980-03-04),

Company Overview

Alternative Pioneering Systems, Inc., based in Chaska, MN, specializes in the development and manufacturing of innovative solutions in the field of advanced technology. The company focuses on creating systems that enhance efficiency and performance across various applications, particularly in the realms of automation and control systems. With a commitment to research and development, Alternative Pioneering Systems aims to push the boundaries of technology, providing cutting-edge products that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

13 Patents

#13 in Chaska, MN

#687 in Minnesota

#23,838 in US

#45,039 in the World

Chaska, MN, United States of America

Alternative Pioneering Systems, Inc.

Forward Citations = 355

7 inventors:

Chad S Erickson (11 out of 29 patents)

David A Dornbush (7 out of 27 patents)

Robert Worrell (2 out of 9 patents)

4. W Robert Worrell (2 out of 8 patents)

5. John F Finn (2 out of 26 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Alternative Pioneering Systems, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/alternative-pioneering-systems

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