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Greenwich, CT, United States of America

American Can Company

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USPTO Granted Patents = 456

Trademarks = 10

Forward Citations = 10,290

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358 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

George L Meyers (28 out of 33 patents)

Sheldon I Schlesinger (18 out of 19 patents)

Morris W Kuchenbecker (12 out of 38 patents)

4. James A Wachtel (12 out of 14 patents)

5. Robert J McHenry (11 out of 36 patents)

6. Galyn A Schulz (9 out of 112 patents)

7. Joseph C Hsu (9 out of 14 patents)

8. Boh C Tsai (9 out of 11 patents)

9. Edward F Kubacki (8 out of 13 patents)

10. Christopher J Farrell (8 out of 15 patents)

11. William J Detroit (8 out of 22 patents)

12. Vance B Gold (8 out of 8 patents)

13. Kurt L Hahn (8 out of 8 patents)

14. Jack E Knott, Ii (8 out of 8 patents)

15. Jason Tingley (7 out of 7 patents)

Core Competencies:

Polymeric Structure

Barrier Properties

Multi-Layer Films

Flexible Packaging

Injection Molding

Nylon Blends

Oxygen Scavenger

Heat Resistant Films

Coextruded Film

Food Package

Dispensing Container

Laminated Packaging

456 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 9936707 - Segmented industrial baking pan (2018-04-10),

2. 9737171 - Stay-flat sheet pan (2017-08-22),

3. 9332766 - Industrial baguette tray (2016-05-10),

4. D701418 - Industrial baguette tray (2014-03-25),

5. 8348089 - Industrial baking tray with contoured reinforcement band (2013-01-08),

6. 7258246 - Baking tray (2007-08-21),

7. 6736052 - Industrial baking tray (2004-05-18),

8. 4770944 - Polymeric structure having improved barrier properties and method of (1988-09-13),

9. 4731268 - Multiple layer sheet material (1988-03-15),

10. 4717618 - Film and blends of polyetheramide block copolymer and ethylene vinyl (1988-01-05),

11. 4716829 - Method for removing solids from substrates and preventing solids (1988-01-05),

12. 4712990 - Apparatus for injection molding and injection blow molding multi-layer (1987-12-15),

13. 4705708 - Multi-laminate structure containing a scrap layer and containers made (1987-11-10),

14. 4704314 - Film and package having strong seals and a modified ply-separation (1987-11-03),

15. 4702966 - Oxygen scavenger (1987-10-27),

Company Overview

American Can Company, headquartered in Greenwich, CT, specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced multi-layer packaging solutions. The company focuses on innovative polymeric structures that enhance barrier properties, making them ideal for flexible packaging applications. Their expertise extends to injection molding and the formulation of nylon blends, as well as the integration of oxygen scavengers and heat-resistant films. This positions American Can Company as a key player in the packaging industry, committed to delivering high-performance materials.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

456 Patents

#2 in Greenwich, CT

#35 in Connecticut

#1,053 in US

#2,093 in the World

Greenwich, CT, United States of America

American Can Company

Forward Citations = 10,290

358 inventors:

George L Meyers (28 out of 33 patents)

Sheldon I Schlesinger (18 out of 19 patents)

Morris W Kuchenbecker (12 out of 38 patents)

4. James A Wachtel (12 out of 14 patents)

5. Robert J McHenry (11 out of 36 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: American Can Company. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/american-can-company

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

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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