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Detroit, MI, United States of America

Massey-Ferguson Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 78

Trademarks = 9

Forward Citations = 1,128

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58 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Otto Mueller, Jr (10 out of 11 patents)

Lee E Elfes (7 out of 7 patents)

Leo J Lorenz (6 out of 6 patents)

4. Allyn C Dowd (5 out of 5 patents)

5. Habibur Rahman (4 out of 4 patents)

6. John F Hern (4 out of 4 patents)

7. Robert M Dwyer (4 out of 4 patents)

8. Lawrence J Stone (4 out of 4 patents)

9. Joseph W Beckerman (3 out of 12 patents)

10. David L Worback (3 out of 3 patents)

11. Dale A Wood (3 out of 6 patents)

12. Joseph E Fritsch (2 out of 7 patents)

13. Gerald L Joslyn (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Jack Howard Rose (2 out of 3 patents)

15. Anthony E Fox (2 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

Bale Formation

Transmission Systems

Power Steering

Brake Assembly

Draft Sensing

Hydraulic Systems

Vehicle Control

Tractor Cab

Implement Hitch

Seed Dispensing

Stabilizer Mechanism

Instrument Console

78 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 4803832 - Method and apparatus for forming bales (1989-02-14),

2. 4640146 - Multiratio constant mesh change speed transmission (1987-02-03),

3. 4592455 - Clutch and transmission brake assembly (1986-06-03),

4. 4590817 - Gear selector means (1986-05-27),

5. 4475615 - Power steering system (1984-10-09),

6. 4447860 - Backlighted instrument console for a tractor (1984-05-08),

7. 4425970 - Tractor draft sensing apparatus (1984-01-17),

8. 4411319 - Sensitivity adjusting apparatus for tractor draft sensing and control (1983-10-25),

9. 4367656 - Single axis force transducer (1983-01-11),

10. 4364231 - Compound master brake cylinder (1982-12-21),

11. 4363384 - Brake assembly (1982-12-14),

12. 4347760 - Locking differential control system (1982-09-07),

13. 4337612 - Row crop unit (1982-07-06),

14. 4282775 - Transmission having a two-speed planetary gear set (1981-08-11),

15. 4266616 - Draft sensing apparatus wherein effect of vertical deflection reduced to (1981-05-12),

Company Overview

Massey-Ferguson Inc., headquartered in Detroit, MI, specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced tractor technology. The company focuses on key areas such as bale formation, transmission systems, and hydraulic systems, enhancing agricultural efficiency and productivity. With innovations in vehicle control, power steering, and brake assembly, Massey-Ferguson aims to provide robust solutions tailored to the needs of modern farming. Their commitment to draft sensing and ergonomic tractor cab design reflects a dedication to user-friendly and effective agricultural machinery.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

78 Patents

#10 in Detroit, MI

#187 in Michigan

#4,741 in US

#9,673 in the World

Detroit, MI, United States of America

Massey-Ferguson Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,128

58 inventors:

Otto Mueller, Jr (10 out of 11 patents)

Lee E Elfes (7 out of 7 patents)

Leo J Lorenz (6 out of 6 patents)

4. Allyn C Dowd (5 out of 5 patents)

5. Habibur Rahman (4 out of 4 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Massey-Ferguson Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/massey-ferguson

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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