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Canton, MA, United States of America

Butler Automatic, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 20

EPO Patents = 1

Forward Citations = 336

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31 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Edward F Meihofer (5 out of 5 patents)

John W Clifford (4 out of 16 patents)

Andrew P Butler (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Robert A Mavilia (2 out of 4 patents)

5. Michael A Mucci (2 out of 6 patents)

6. Peter E Bianchetto (2 out of 7 patents)

7. Richard A Butler, Jr (2 out of 2 patents)

8. Robert Duguay (2 out of 2 patents)

9. George F Corcoran (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Jeffrey A Greenwood (1 out of 1 patent)

11. Christopher D Wilson (1 out of 1 patent)

12. Timothy Goszka (1 out of 7 patents)

13. Stephen C Dangel (1 out of 2 patents)

14. Tamas Hetenyi (1 out of 6 patents)

15. Adam Hirshan (1 out of 1 patent)

20 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 11447356 - System and method for aligning and joining the same sides of two web materials (2022-09-20),

2. 9637340 - Automatic sleeving splicer (2017-05-02),

3. 6817566 - Web splicer (2004-11-16),

4. 5388775 - Method and means for preventing the lifting of the leading edge of a web (1995-02-14),

5. 5301891 - Method and means for preventing the lifting of the leading edge of a web (1994-04-12),

6. 5253819 - Speed match splicing method and apparatus (1993-10-19),

7. 5249917 - Palletizer (1993-10-05),

8. 5190234 - Web handling method and apparatus with pre-acceleration of web feed rolls (1993-03-02),

9. 4948060 - Automatic web roll handling system for splicing (1990-08-14),

10. 4455190 - Web splicer (1984-06-19),

11. 4159808 - Variable ratio winder (1979-07-03),

12. 4143568 - Rotary web cutting apparatus (1979-03-13),

13. 4100012 - Driven nip roll splicer (1978-07-11),

14. 4069959 - Web guide apparatus (1978-01-24),

15. 4021031 - Web alignment system (1977-05-03),

Butler Automatic, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative automation solutions, specializing in the development and manufacturing of advanced web handling and packaging systems. The company focuses on enhancing operational efficiency in various industries, including food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods. With a commitment to engineering excellence, Butler Automatic leverages cutting-edge technology to create reliable and effective solutions that streamline production processes and improve product quality.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 29 2026

20 Patents

#7 in Canton, MA

#982 in Massachusetts

#16,368 in US

#31,196 in the World

Canton, MA, United States of America

Butler Automatic, Inc.

Forward Citations = 336

31 inventors:

Edward F Meihofer (5 out of 5 patents)

John W Clifford (4 out of 16 patents)

Andrew P Butler (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Robert A Mavilia (2 out of 4 patents)

5. Michael A Mucci (2 out of 6 patents)

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