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Bridgeton, MO, United States of America

Crane Merchandising Systems, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 39

% Expired Patents = 30.8

CIPO Patents = 7

EPO Patents = 2

Trademarks = 8

Forward Citations = 301

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52 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Bryan W Godwin (7 out of 10 patents)

James M Canter (6 out of 29 patents)

Charles Wayne Percy (6 out of 13 patents)

4. Gregory Glen Stettes (4 out of 29 patents)

5. Brian Lee Duncan (4 out of 9 patents)

6. William Edwin Booth (4 out of 8 patents)

7. Paul Kevin Griner (4 out of 7 patents)

8. David Boyd Whitten (4 out of 9 patents)

9. Thomas Roger Meinardi (3 out of 6 patents)

10. Scott Hudis (3 out of 6 patents)

11. Kevin A Poyck (3 out of 4 patents)

12. Paul Hayward Kelly (3 out of 22 patents)

13. Steven Joel Blachman (3 out of 5 patents)

14. Edmund Scott Richardson (2 out of 12 patents)

15. Ray Melton Lazalier (2 out of 21 patents)

Core Competencies:

ADA Compliance

Automated Planogram

Data Acquisition

Remote Monitoring

Product Detection

User Interface

Dispensing System

Wireless Communication

Performance Monitoring

Optical Sensing

Fluid Slurry

Anti-Pilfering

39 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 9652923 - ADA compliance in vending machines (2017-05-16),

2. 9292993 - Method for automated planogram programming in a vending machine (2016-03-22),

3. 9111268 - Systems and methods for data acquisition and transmission (2015-08-18),

4. 8959028 - Apparatus and method for monitoring and control of remotely located equipment (2015-02-17),

5. 8931398 - Modular infuser with continuous filter belt (2015-01-13),

6. 8918206 - Synchronization of time critical activities across vending machine networks (2014-12-23),

7. 8631093 - Remote data acquisition, transmission and analysis system including handheld wireless equipment (2014-01-14),

8. 8588965 - System and method for auto-machine menu configuration (2013-11-19),

9. 8556119 - Horizontal product discharge system for a vending machine (2013-10-15),

10. 8548625 - Optical vend sensing system for product delivery detection (2013-10-01),

11. 8534494 - Product detection system for a vending machine (2013-09-17),

12. 8533315 - Systems and methods for monitoring performance of field assets (2013-09-10),

13. 8517213 - Vending machine user interface guide; electronic coin return; and hinged delivery bin (2013-08-27),

14. 8484068 - Method and system for evaluating consumer demand for multiple products and services at remotely located equipment (2013-07-09),

15. 8469230 - Product delivery and discharge system for a vending machine (2013-06-25),

Company Overview

Crane Merchandising Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of innovative vending solutions, specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced vending machines and related technologies. The company focuses on enhancing user experience through smart technology integration, offering a range of products that cater to various markets including retail, food service, and office environments. Headquartered in Bridgeton, MO, Crane Merchandising Systems is committed to delivering reliable and efficient solutions that meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

39 Patents

#2 in Bridgeton, MO

#114 in Missouri

#8,835 in US

#17,475 in the World

Bridgeton, MO, United States of America

Crane Merchandising Systems, Inc.

Forward Citations = 301

52 inventors:

Bryan W Godwin (7 out of 10 patents)

James M Canter (6 out of 29 patents)

Charles Wayne Percy (6 out of 13 patents)

4. Gregory Glen Stettes (4 out of 29 patents)

5. Brian Lee Duncan (4 out of 9 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Crane Merchandising Systems, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/crane-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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