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Kearneysville, WV, United States of America

Automated Merchandising Systems, Inc.


USPTO Granted Patents = 17

% Expired Patents = 29.4

Trademarks = 8

Forward Citations = 1,328

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12 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Kyriakos P Spentzos (6 out of 6 patents)

silverMedal James M Hair, Iii (5 out of 17 patents)

bronzeMedal Richard A Pollock (4 out of 4 patents)

4.  Paul Mason (3 out of 7 patents)

5.  David A Sprankle (3 out of 9 patents)

6.  Paul L Mason (3 out of 3 patents)

7.  Marcus A Loignon (2 out of 2 patents)

8.  David M Campbell (2 out of 3 patents)

9.  Michael Smith (1 out of 24 patents)

10.  Yaron Bukchin (1 out of 1 patent)

11.  D Joseph Neely (1 out of 3 patents)

12.  Roy S Steeley (1 out of 1 patent)


17 patents:

1. 11222499 - Lifting body for a vending machine delivery bin (2022-01-11),
2. 10068408 - Vending machine adjustable depth retainer (2018-09-04),
3. 9147303 - Rotary hopper (2015-09-29),
4. 8140187 - Multiple drawer and compartment vending (2012-03-20),
5. 7988015 - Adjustable storage rack for a vending machine (2011-08-02),
6. 7742837 - Optical vend-sensing system for control of vending machine (2010-06-22),
7. 7446302 - Optical vend-sensing system for control of vending machine (2008-11-04),
8. 7343220 - Optical vend-sensing system for control of vending machine (2008-03-11),
9. 7246719 - Adjustable storage rack for a vending machine (2007-07-24),
10. 7191915 - Optical vend-sensing system for control of vending machine (2007-03-20),
11. 6794634 - Optical vend-sensing system for control of vending machine (2004-09-21),
12. 6708079 - Optical vend-sensing system for control of vending machine (2004-03-16),
13. 6520373 - Apparatus and method for vending products in a glass front merchandiser (2003-02-18),
14. 6384402 - Optical vend-sensing system for control of vending machine (2002-05-07),
15. 6202888 - System and method for performing vend operation (2001-03-20),
Company Overview
Automated Merchandising Systems, Inc. is a specialized provider of innovative vending solutions, focusing on the development and manufacturing of automated retail systems. The company is dedicated to enhancing consumer convenience through advanced technology, offering a range of products that cater to diverse markets. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Automated Merchandising Systems is committed to pushing the boundaries of automated retail, ensuring efficient and user-friendly experiences for customers across various locations.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

17 Patents

#2 in Kearneysville, WV

#20 in West Virginia

#18,894 in US

#35,918 in the World

Kearneysville, WV (US)
Kearneysville, WV, United States of America

Automated Merchandising Systems, Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,328

12 inventors:

goldMedal Kyriakos P Spentzos (6 out of 6 patents)

silverMedal James M Hair, Iii (5 out of 17 patents)

bronzeMedal Richard A Pollock (4 out of 4 patents)

4.  Paul Mason (3 out of 7 patents)

5.  David A Sprankle (3 out of 9 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Automated Merchandising Systems, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/automated-merchandising-systems

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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