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Saint Paul, MN, United States of America

Economics Laboratory, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 64

Trademarks = 27

Forward Citations = 1,920

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67 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

James E Maloney (6 out of 9 patents)

James L Copeland (5 out of 56 patents)

William G Mizuno (5 out of 6 patents)

4. Thomas R Oakes (4 out of 22 patents)

5. Spencer B Larson (4 out of 6 patents)

6. Duane L Salmonson (4 out of 4 patents)

7. Peter J Fernholz (3 out of 39 patents)

8. Steven Eugene Lentsch (3 out of 139 patents)

9. John Ellwood Thomas (3 out of 65 patents)

10. David L Nystuen (3 out of 8 patents)

11. Iris N Henderson (3 out of 3 patents)

12. Dennis F Mahoney (3 out of 4 patents)

13. Stephen A Morganson (3 out of 3 patents)

14. William V Block (2 out of 17 patents)

15. Richard V Mullen (2 out of 4 patents)

Core Competencies:

Cleaning Compositions

Enzyme Detergents

Corrosion Inhibitors

Low-Foaming Agents

Solid Detergents

Liquid Cleaning Agents

Foam Inhibition

Fabric Treatment

Powder Dispensers

Warewashing

Surface Active Agents

64 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 4675215 - Method and composition for the inhibition of corrosion (1987-06-23),

2. D288954 - Dispensing nozzle (1987-03-24),

3. 4651907 - Method and apparatus for dispensing a fluid using a fluid-operated timer (1987-03-24),

4. 4642258 - Treatment of fabrics in machine dryers using treating means containing (1987-02-10),

5. 4632741 - Synthesis of alkyl phosphinate salts and bis(alkyl) phosphinate salts (1986-12-30),

6. 4624713 - Solid rinse aids and methods of warewashing utilizing solid rinse aids (1986-11-25),

7. 4617272 - Enzyme drying process (1986-10-14),

8. 4595520 - Method for forming solid detergent compositions (1986-06-17),

9. 4594176 - Polyalkylene polyamine-glycol accelerators for paint removal compositions (1986-06-10),

10. 4594175 - Mechanical dishwashing rinse composition having a low foaming sulfonic (1986-06-10),

11. 4590014 - Synthesis of alkyl phosphinate salts (1986-05-20),

12. 4587030 - Foamable, acidic cleaning compositions (1986-05-06),

13. 4579676 - Low-phosphate liquid cleaning composition (1986-04-01),

14. 4571327 - Solid cast detergent dispenser with insert for holding noncompatible (1986-02-18),

15. 4569781 - Cast detergent-containing article and method of using (1986-02-11),

Company Overview

Economics Laboratory, Inc., based in Saint Paul, MN, specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced cleaning compositions. The company focuses on innovative solutions such as enzyme detergents, corrosion inhibitors, and low-foaming agents, catering to a diverse range of cleaning applications. Their expertise extends to both solid and liquid cleaning agents, emphasizing effective foam inhibition and fabric treatment technologies. This commitment to research and development positions Economics Laboratory as a key player in the cleaning industry.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

64 Patents

#23 in Saint Paul, MN

#160 in Minnesota

#5,682 in US

#11,476 in the World

Saint Paul, MN, United States of America

Economics Laboratory, Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,920

67 inventors:

James E Maloney (6 out of 9 patents)

James L Copeland (5 out of 56 patents)

William G Mizuno (5 out of 6 patents)

4. Thomas R Oakes (4 out of 22 patents)

5. Spencer B Larson (4 out of 6 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Economics Laboratory, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/economics-laboratory

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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