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Durham, NC, United States of America

Embrex, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 64

% Expired Patents = 12.5

CIPO Patents = 14

EPO Patents = 10

Trademarks = 4

Forward Citations = 1,178

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60 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

John Hilbert Hebrank (31 out of 92 patents)

Patricia V Phelps (9 out of 11 patents)

Thomas E Bryan (7 out of 7 patents)

4. Robert L Ilich (6 out of 6 patents)

5. B Alan Chalker, Ii (5 out of 6 patents)

6. Stephen P Wolfe (5 out of 6 patents)

7. Edward W Gross (5 out of 5 patents)

8. Johnny Mark Townsend (4 out of 5 patents)

9. Edward Atkinson Pomeroy, Iii (4 out of 4 patents)

10. Sean Bryan (4 out of 4 patents)

11. Benjamin Charles McDow (3 out of 4 patents)

12. Jonathan Robertson (3 out of 4 patents)

13. James E Hutchins (3 out of 4 patents)

14. Julius K Tyczkowski (3 out of 8 patents)

15. Phillip L Rybarczyk, Jr (3 out of 3 patents)

Core Competencies:

Egg Candling

In Ovo Injection

Embryo Detection

Poultry Vaccines

Egg Sorting

Fluid Dispensing

Egg Removal

Oocyst Production

Automated Systems

Heart Rate Monitoring

Non-invasive Identification

Pneumatic Actuators

64 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 8610018 - Methods and apparatus for selectively processing eggs having identified characteristics (2013-12-17),

2. 8399247 - Methods and apparatus for selectively processing eggs having identified characteristics (2013-03-19),

3. 8235003 - Methods and apparatus for identifying live eggs (2012-08-07),

4. 8107060 - Methods and apparatus for candling eggs via embryo heartbeat detection (2012-01-31),

5. 8098370 - Methods and apparatus for maintaining effective operation of apparatus for candling avian eggs (2012-01-17),

6. 7617795 - Methods and apparatus for injecting and sampling material through avian egg membranes (2009-11-17),

7. 7611277 - Methods and apparatus for candling avian eggs via thermal cameras (2009-11-03),

8. 7573566 - Methods and apparatus for maintaining effective operation of apparatus for candling avian eggs (2009-08-11),

9. 7438019 - Integrated pneumatic actuator and pump for dispensing controlled amounts of a fluid (2008-10-21),

10. 7418922 - Methods for injecting and sampling material through avian egg membranes (2008-09-02),

11. 7333187 - Methods and apparatus for identifying and diagnosing live eggs using heart rate and embryo motion (2008-02-19),

12. 7249569 - Methods for injecting avian eggs (2007-07-31),

13. 7207609 - Vacuum assisted methods of removing eggs (2007-04-24),

14. 7166290 - Methods for producing oocysts (2007-01-23),

15. 7165507 - Methods and apparatus for accurately positioning a device within the subgerminal cavity of avian eggs (2007-01-23),

At Embrex, Inc., we are a leading provider of innovative solutions for the poultry industry. Our focus is on improving the efficiency and productivity of poultry hatcheries through the automation of key processes. With our unique technologies and expertise, we offer a range of products including in ovo vaccination systems, automation equipment, and digital imaging solutions. Our solutions help hatcheries improve vaccine delivery, enhance chick quality, and optimize production efficiency. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Embrex continues to revolutionize the poultry industry.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 15 2026

64 Patents

#18 in Durham, NC

#142 in North Carolina

#5,675 in US

#11,449 in the World

Durham, NC, United States of America

Embrex, Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,178

60 inventors:

John Hilbert Hebrank (31 out of 92 patents)

Patricia V Phelps (9 out of 11 patents)

Thomas E Bryan (7 out of 7 patents)

4. Robert L Ilich (6 out of 6 patents)

5. B Alan Chalker, Ii (5 out of 6 patents)

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