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Manitowoc, WI, United States of America

The Manitowoc Company, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 69

Forward Citations = 984

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48 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

James G Morrow, Sr (30 out of 33 patents)

David J Pech (23 out of 54 patents)

Vance L Kohl (8 out of 8 patents)

4. Charles E Schlosser (6 out of 19 patents)

5. Daniel E Beduhn (6 out of 6 patents)

6. Percy R Helm (5 out of 5 patents)

7. Michael J Wanek (4 out of 9 patents)

8. Gregory S McDougal (4 out of 8 patents)

9. Lee G Mueller (3 out of 13 patents)

10. Terry W Kleppe (3 out of 3 patents)

11. John D West (3 out of 3 patents)

12. Robert J Walker (2 out of 17 patents)

13. Terry S Casavant (2 out of 4 patents)

14. Wayne W Beebe (2 out of 3 patents)

15. Arthur G Zuehlke (2 out of 7 patents)

Core Competencies:

Crane Technology

Ice Machines

Hydraulic Systems

Boom Segments

Counterweight Systems

Self-Disassembling Cranes

Alignment Systems

Quick-Connect Systems

Lift Enhancing Beams

Pressure Control Systems

Welding Apparatus

Mobile Cranes

69 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5615784 - Crane counterweight installation and removal apparatus (1997-04-01),

2. 5586439 - Ice making machine (1996-12-24),

3. 5522515 - Ring segment connection (1996-06-04),

4. 5487479 - Method for nesting longitudinally divisible crane boom segments (1996-01-30),

5. 5484069 - Process for self-disassembling a crawler crane (1996-01-16),

6. 5443169 - Crane backhitch (1995-08-22),

7. 5427256 - Crane upper works to lower works alignment system (1995-06-27),

8. 5408834 - Ice making machine (1995-04-25),

9. 5406767 - Longitudinally divisible crane boom segment (1995-04-18),

10. 5353940 - Alignment system for crane works and method of alignment (1994-10-11),

11. 5297019 - Control and hydraulic system for liftcrane (1994-03-22),

12. 5292016 - Luffing jib backstop assembly (1994-03-08),

13. 5289691 - Self-cleaning self-sterilizing ice making machine (1994-03-01),

14. 5284023 - Reach-in cooler with window (1994-02-08),

15. 5199586 - Quick-connect sectional boom members for cranes and the like (1993-04-06),

Company Overview

The Manitowoc Company, Inc. is a leading manufacturer specializing in crane technology and related equipment. Headquartered in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, the company focuses on innovative solutions in crane design, hydraulic systems, and counterweight systems. Manitowoc is recognized for its advancements in self-dismantling cranes and alignment systems, enhancing efficiency and safety in construction and industrial applications. Additionally, the company produces ice machines, further diversifying its technological expertise and market reach.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

69 Patents

#4 in Manitowoc, WI

#122 in Wisconsin

#5,311 in US

#10,763 in the World

Manitowoc, WI, United States of America

The Manitowoc Company, Inc.

Forward Citations = 984

48 inventors:

James G Morrow, Sr (30 out of 33 patents)

David J Pech (23 out of 54 patents)

Vance L Kohl (8 out of 8 patents)

4. Charles E Schlosser (6 out of 19 patents)

5. Daniel E Beduhn (6 out of 6 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: The Manitowoc Company, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/manitowoc-company

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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