Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 60

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8 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Melvin A Soyk (3 out of 6 patents)

Roger B Aldrich (3 out of 5 patents)

John R Dahlstrom (2 out of 2 patents)

4. David Scott Groothuis (1 out of 5 patents)

5. Roger Harmon (1 out of 2 patents)

6. Jeff Dobbins (1 out of 2 patents)

7. Gary R White (1 out of 2 patents)

8. Michael Thomas Hanchett (1 out of 1 patent)

7 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. D457161 - Laser scanner (2002-05-15),

2. 6367305 - System for anchoring frames to a platform (2002-04-09),

3. 6272898 - System for anchoring frames to a platform (2001-08-14),

4. 6269676 - Portable lift and straightening platform (2001-08-07),

5. 4922623 - Gauging system for vehicle alignment equipment (1990-05-08),

6. 4731936 - Gauging system for vehicle alignment equipment (1988-03-22),

7. 4689888 - Measuring device for use with automotive frame straightening equipment (1987-09-01),

Company Overview

Chief Automotive Systems is a world leader in collision repair equipment, providing the most extensive line of collision repair equipment, including frame machine, measuring system, Spanesi Touch computerized measuring system, welding and joining equipment, and vehicle specification data. With over 40 years of experience in the industry, Chief is dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality products that help collision repair professionals increase productivity, improve results, and gain a competitive edge in the market.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

7 Patents

#3 in Grand Island, NE

#105 in Nebraska

#39,907 in US

Grand Island, NE, United States of America

Chief Automotive Systems

Forward Citations = 60

8 inventors:

Melvin A Soyk (3 out of 6 patents)

Roger B Aldrich (3 out of 5 patents)

John R Dahlstrom (2 out of 2 patents)

4. David Scott Groothuis (1 out of 5 patents)

5. Roger Harmon (1 out of 2 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Chief Automotive Systems. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/chief-automotive-systems

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

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