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Benton Harbor, MI, United States of America

Maytag Corporation


USPTO Granted Patents = 741

% Expired Patents = 21.9



Trademarks = 36

Forward Citations = 14,816

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592 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Theodore A Becker (33 out of 33 patents)

silverMedal Rodney Michael Welch (28 out of 123 patents)

bronzeMedal Stephen D Schober (26 out of 28 patents)

4.  Inho Andy Shin (26 out of 28 patents)

5.  Evan R Vande Haar (23 out of 39 patents)

6.  Gary B Jackovin (22 out of 23 patents)

7.  Sheldon Wayne Mandel (21 out of 27 patents)

8.  Barry E Tuller (19 out of 83 patents)

9.  Robert L Wetekamp (19 out of 50 patents)

10.  Thomas M Johnson (19 out of 27 patents)

11.  Troy A Johnson (19 out of 23 patents)

12.  Robert Z Whipple, Jr (19 out of 20 patents)

13.  Todd J Tunzi (17 out of 18 patents)

14.  Daniel F Wunderlich (17 out of 19 patents)

15.  John Francis Broker (17 out of 50 patents)


Core Competencies:
Refrigerator
Ice Making
Dishwasher
Compartment Design
Water Dispenser
Control System
Pump Assembly
Temperature Control
Door Mechanism
Filtration System
Sump
Shelf Module

741 patents:

1. 9593875 - Refrigerator with intermediate temperature icemaking compartment (2017-03-14),
2. 8038235 - Refrigerator with tray on top (2011-10-18),
3. D639827 - Bottom mount refrigerator (2011-06-14),
4. 7900465 - Insulated ice compartment for bottom mount refrigerator with controlled damper (2011-03-08),
5. 7886500 - Refrigerator door with ratcheting end cap (2011-02-15),
6. 7874289 - Door assembly for a cooking appliance (2011-01-25),
7. 7870863 - Multi-use sump for a drawer-type dishwaher (2011-01-18),
8. 7866773 - Refrigerator door having end cap with retention plug (2011-01-11),
9. 7862665 - Pump system for a drawer-type dishwasher (2011-01-04),
10. 7861542 - Refrigerator including food product management system (2011-01-04),
11. 7850784 - Lid seal for a drawer-type dishwasher (2010-12-14),
12. 7832417 - Dispenser for a drawer-type dishwasher (2010-11-16),
13. 7827811 - Refrigerator control including a hidden features menu (2010-11-09),
14. 7814897 - Door linkage system for an oven having french-style doors (2010-10-19),
15. 7810855 - Bidirectional slide lock and method of using same (2010-10-12),
Company Overview
Maytag Corporation, headquartered in Benton Harbor, Michigan, specializes in the development and manufacturing of high-quality home appliances, with a strong emphasis on refrigeration technology. The company is known for its innovative designs in refrigerators, ice makers, and dishwashers, focusing on features such as compartment design, water dispensers, and advanced control systems. Maytag's commitment to reliability and performance positions it as a key player in the home appliance industry, catering to consumers seeking durable and efficient solutions.
Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

Maytag Corporation USPTO Patent Assignee Logo
741 Patents

#2 in Benton Harbor, MI

#32 in Michigan

#681 in US

#1,343 in the World

Benton Harbor, MI (US)
Benton Harbor, MI, United States of America

Maytag Corporation

Forward Citations = 14,816

592 inventors:

goldMedal Theodore A Becker (33 out of 33 patents)

silverMedal Rodney Michael Welch (28 out of 123 patents)

bronzeMedal Stephen D Schober (26 out of 28 patents)

4.  Inho Andy Shin (26 out of 28 patents)

5.  Evan R Vande Haar (23 out of 39 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Maytag Corporation. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/maytag

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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