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Manitowoc, WI, United States of America

Manitowoc Crane Companies, Inc.

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USPTO Granted Patents = 108



Trademarks = 23

Forward Citations = 567

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79 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal David J Pech (19 out of 54 patents)

silverMedal Stephen J Schoonmaker (13 out of 16 patents)

bronzeMedal John Fremont Benton (12 out of 14 patents)

4.  Kenneth J Porubcansky (11 out of 18 patents)

5.  Joel David Zick (11 out of 11 patents)

6.  Robert J Walker (11 out of 17 patents)

7.  John R Rudy (10 out of 10 patents)

8.  Timothy James Albinger (9 out of 9 patents)

9.  John M Alexander (9 out of 9 patents)

10.  Joseph R Rucinski (8 out of 11 patents)

11.  Bronson E Foust (7 out of 7 patents)

12.  Nathan P Holly (6 out of 6 patents)

13.  Derrick L Geiser (6 out of 6 patents)

14.  William J O'Neil (6 out of 6 patents)

15.  Alan E Pleuss (6 out of 7 patents)


Core Competencies:
Crane Monitoring System
Optical Detection
Hydraulic Swing System
Counterweight Positioning
Telescoping Boom
Outrigger Pad Assembly
Tensioning System
Mobile Lift Crane
Height Adjustment Mechanism
Diagnostic System
Capacity Charts
Connection System

108 patents:

1. 12528676 - Lift crane with improved movable counterweight (2026-01-20),
2. 12358763 - System for determining crane status using optical and/or electromagnetic sensors (2025-07-15),
3. 12208999 - Locking head assembly for crane boom pins, boom with such an assembly and crane with such a boom (2025-01-28),
4. 11713222 - System and method for monitoring crane and crane having same (2023-08-01),
5. 11649145 - Lightweight flexible tensioning system for construction equipment (2023-05-16),
6. 11584623 - Electric actuation assembly for crane pinned boom (2023-02-21),
7. 11518235 - Mounting arrangement for engine exhaust aftertreatment system on crane carrier (2022-12-06),
8. 11401135 - Pinned telescoping crane boom (2022-08-02),
9. 11208303 - Lift crane with improved movable counterweight (2021-12-28),
10. 11142438 - Graphical working range diagrams for displaying allowable and projected loads (2021-10-12),
11. 11130658 - Optical detection and analysis of a counterweight assembly on a crane (2021-09-28),
12. 11124392 - Optical detection and analysis for boom angles on a crane (2021-09-21),
13. 11117789 - Telescoping boom with rotary extension and locking system (2021-09-14),
14. 11111115 - Wear pad with insert for telescoping boom assembly (2021-09-07),
15. 10906786 - Electronically controlled hydraulic swing system (2021-02-02),
Company Overview
Manitowoc Crane Companies, Inc., headquartered in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, specializes in the design and manufacturing of advanced crane technology. The company is recognized for its innovative solutions in crane monitoring systems, optical detection, and hydraulic swing systems. Manitowoc's expertise extends to counterweight positioning, telescoping booms, and outrigger pad assemblies, catering to a diverse range of industries. Their commitment to engineering excellence positions them as a leader in mobile lift crane technology.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 27 2026

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108 Patents

#1 in Manitowoc, WI

#79 in Wisconsin

#3,545 in US

#7,293 in the World

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

Manitowoc Crane Companies, Inc.

Forward Citations = 567

79 inventors:

goldMedal David J Pech (19 out of 54 patents)

silverMedal Stephen J Schoonmaker (13 out of 16 patents)

bronzeMedal John Fremont Benton (12 out of 14 patents)

4.  Kenneth J Porubcansky (11 out of 18 patents)

5.  Joel David Zick (11 out of 11 patents)

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

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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