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Anoka, MN, United States of America

The Cornelius Company

USPTO Granted Patents = 81

Forward Citations = 3,462

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49 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

John R McMillin (14 out of 15 patents)

William B MacKrell (11 out of 11 patents)

Forrest L Austin (9 out of 11 patents)

4. Herman S Fessler (9 out of 11 patents)

5. Peter Strandwitz (6 out of 11 patents)

6. Gene A Tracy (6 out of 7 patents)

7. William A Harvill (6 out of 10 patents)

8. Henry Charles Kovar (5 out of 6 patents)

9. Karl A Senghaas (4 out of 18 patents)

10. David A Hassell (4 out of 13 patents)

11. William S Credle, Jr (3 out of 94 patents)

12. James D Vogel (3 out of 11 patents)

13. Donald E Holcomb (3 out of 4 patents)

14. Terrance G Belland (3 out of 4 patents)

15. Alfred E Zygiel, Deceased (3 out of 3 patents)

Core Competencies:

Beverage Dispensing

Carbonated Beverage

Fluid Pump

Ice Cube Maker

Nozzle Design

Control Circuit

Multi-Flavor Dispenser

Automatic Shut-Off

Cooling System

Ratchet Conveyor

Actuation Lever

Beverage Valve

81 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5360140 - Low cost control circuit for sensing the operation of an electrically (1994-11-01),

2. D348798 - Hood for a beverage dispensing machine (1994-07-19),

3. 5320213 - Accumulating ratchet conveyor (1994-06-14),

4. 5285815 - Beverage dispensing valve having quick disconnect mounting (1994-02-15),

5. 5279446 - Beverage cooling system (1994-01-18),

6. 5269442 - Nozzle for a beverage dispensing valve (1993-12-14),

7. 5056325 - Ice cube maker with new freeze and harvest control (1991-10-15),

8. 5027284 - Auto-set drink dispenser (1991-06-25),

9. 4979647 - Method and apparatus for cooling and dispensing beverage (1990-12-25),

10. 4974643 - Method of and apparatus for dispensing beverage into a tilted receptacle (1990-12-04),

11. 4972883 - Method and apparatus for dispensing beverage with automatic shut-off in (1990-11-27),

12. 4969576 - Method and apparatus for dispensing cold beverage (1990-11-13),

13. 4944332 - Beverage dispenser for filling cups and extra-large receptacles with (1990-07-31),

14. 4940165 - Method of and dispensing head for increased carbonation (1990-07-10),

15. 4936488 - Beverage dispensing valve (1990-06-26),

The Cornelius Company is a leading provider of innovative solutions for the industrial manufacturing sector. With a wide range of products and services tailored to meet the diverse needs of our clients, we strive to deliver excellence in every project we undertake. Our team of experienced professionals are dedicated to designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions that drive efficiency and productivity. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your business thrive.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Dec 16 2025

81 Patents

#3 in Anoka, MN

#121 in Minnesota

#4,399 in US

#8,991 in the World

Anoka, MN, United States of America

The Cornelius Company

Forward Citations = 3,462

49 inventors:

John R McMillin (14 out of 15 patents)

William B MacKrell (11 out of 11 patents)

Forrest L Austin (9 out of 11 patents)

4. Herman S Fessler (9 out of 11 patents)

5. Peter Strandwitz (6 out of 11 patents)

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