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Chattanooga, TN, United States of America

Astec, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 32

% Expired Patents = 6.3

EPO Patents = 9

Trademarks = 15

Forward Citations = 136

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53 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Malcolm Leland Swanson (19 out of 37 patents)

Andrew Muirhead Hobbs (6 out of 6 patents)

Michael J Swanson (6 out of 9 patents)

4. J Donald Brock (5 out of 20 patents)

5. Shannon Putman (3 out of 3 patents)

6. Joseph Unjakoti (3 out of 3 patents)

7. Chuck Simpson (3 out of 3 patents)

8. Kris Robertson (3 out of 4 patents)

9. Mark Chambers (3 out of 3 patents)

10. Greg Renegar (2 out of 3 patents)

11. Michael Varner (2 out of 4 patents)

12. Eric Wattenbarger (2 out of 2 patents)

13. Mike Bass (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Albert Covington (2 out of 3 patents)

15. Lien Gangte (2 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

Artificial Intelligence

Genetic Testing

Fuel Burner Assembly

Asphalt Mix Tracking

Biomass Processing

Pavement Data

Dryer Optimization

Thermal Barrier

Recycled Asphalt

Modular Assembly

Road Sensor

Dust Removal

32 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12555224 - Method and system for performing non-invasive genetic testing using an artificial intelligence (AI) model (2026-02-17),

2. 11649595 - Reversed interstitial paddles (2023-05-16),

3. 11633675 - Apparatus and method for a drill mud plant (2023-04-25),

4. 11519747 - Pavement data tracking and mapping method (2022-12-06),

5. 11248788 - Modular fuel burner assembly (2022-02-15),

6. 11008713 - Rotary dryer having notched flights (2021-05-18),

7. 10917473 - Road sensor system (2021-02-09),

8. 10870954 - Asphalt paving mixtures storage silo thermal barrier system (2020-12-22),

9. 10704210 - System and method for asphalt mix tracking (2020-07-07),

10. 10281146 - Apparatus and method for a center fuel stabilization bluff body (2019-05-07),

11. 9855677 - Method and apparatus for making asphalt concrete using aggregate material from a plurality of material streams (2018-01-02),

12. 9835374 - Apparatus and method for a dryer (2017-12-05),

13. 9683336 - Apparatus and method for an asphalt plant (2017-06-20),

14. 9598824 - Apparatus and method for an asphaltic material control system (2017-03-21),

15. 9562204 - Method and apparatus for pelletizing blends of biomass materials for use as fuel (2017-02-07),

Astec, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of equipment and technologies for the infrastructure and construction industries. Based in Chattanooga, TN, the company specializes in producing innovative solutions for asphalt, concrete, and aggregate production. Astec's commitment to research and development drives advancements in sustainable practices and efficiency within the construction sector. The company serves a global market, providing high-quality products that enhance productivity and environmental stewardship in various construction applications.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

32 Patents

#7 in Chattanooga, TN

#98 in Tennessee

#10,593 in US

#20,660 in the World

Chattanooga, TN, United States of America

Astec, Inc.

Forward Citations = 136

53 inventors:

Malcolm Leland Swanson (19 out of 37 patents)

Andrew Muirhead Hobbs (6 out of 6 patents)

Michael J Swanson (6 out of 9 patents)

4. J Donald Brock (5 out of 20 patents)

5. Shannon Putman (3 out of 3 patents)

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