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Madison, WI, United States of America

Dec International, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 72


Trademarks = 8

Forward Citations = 1,229

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69 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Gretz L Hazen (7 out of 7 patents)

silverMedal Paul D Thompson (5 out of 14 patents)

bronzeMedal David L Brethorst (5 out of 6 patents)

4.  Daniel J Cody (5 out of 7 patents)

5.  Gary C Steingraber (4 out of 12 patents)

6.  Claude L McFarlane (4 out of 8 patents)

7.  David E Lukens (4 out of 4 patents)

8.  William S Nelson (3 out of 17 patents)

9.  Kenneth C Gehring (3 out of 9 patents)

10.  Wendell J Holl (3 out of 11 patents)

11.  Scott A Sanford, Jr (3 out of 3 patents)

12.  James A Carrano (3 out of 3 patents)

13.  Min-Nan Huang (3 out of 3 patents)

14.  Min N Huang (3 out of 3 patents)

15.  George H Tucker, Jr (2 out of 3 patents)


Core Competencies:
Food Processing
Cheese Making
Milking Systems
Beverage Dispensing
Milk Component Separation
Automated Milking
Fluid Conveyance
Suction Line Valves
Teatcup Assembly
Cleaning Systems
Heat Pump Systems
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72 patents:

1. 10064916 - Treatment method for microbial infection (2018-09-04),
2. 8739608 - Instrument for use with fluid (2014-06-03),
3. D677589 - Golf GPS device (2013-03-12),
4. 7600484 - On-farm separation of milk components (2009-10-13),
5. 6481371 - Gutter and flushing system for milking parlors (2002-11-19),
6. 6450118 - Cluster pre-lift for milking parlor (2002-09-17),
7. 6439156 - Milking vacuum fluctuation filter (2002-08-27),
8. 6354468 - Beverage dispenser transponder identification system (2002-03-12),
9. 6199507 - Milking machines and use thereof (2001-03-13),
10. 6099881 - Method of curing food products (2000-08-08),
11. 6086469 - Method and means for conveying and processing an extruded sausage strand (2000-07-11),
12. 6055931 - Clog resistant air vent plug for teatcup liner (2000-05-02),
13. 6039001 - Teatcup liner with desired mouthpiece chamber vacuum (2000-03-21),
14. 6021995 - Adjustable mold for a molded food processing system (2000-02-08),
15. 5960738 - Milking cluster hose positioner (1999-10-05),
Company Overview
Dec International, Inc., based in Madison, WI, specializes in innovative solutions for the food processing industry. The company focuses on advanced technologies in cheese making, milking systems, and beverage dispensing. Their expertise extends to milk component separation and automated milking systems, enhancing efficiency and productivity in dairy operations. Additionally, Dec International develops fluid conveyance systems and suction line valves, contributing to improved processes in food and beverage production.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

72 Patents

#12 in Madison, WI

#117 in Wisconsin

#5,110 in US

#10,400 in the World

Madison, WI (US)
Madison, WI, United States of America

Dec International, Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,229

69 inventors:

goldMedal Gretz L Hazen (7 out of 7 patents)

silverMedal Paul D Thompson (5 out of 14 patents)

bronzeMedal David L Brethorst (5 out of 6 patents)

4.  Daniel J Cody (5 out of 7 patents)

5.  Gary C Steingraber (4 out of 12 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Dec International, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/dec-international

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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