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Elgin, IL, United States of America

The Middleby Corporation

USPTO Granted Patents = 30

% Expired Patents = 3.3

CIPO Patents = 1

EPO Patents = 3

Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 557

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23 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

William S Schjerven, Sr (26 out of 30 patents)

Theodore James Chmiola (16 out of 16 patents)

John H Wiker (15 out of 15 patents)

4. Richard H Van Camp (13 out of 13 patents)

5. Mohan K Panicker (9 out of 9 patents)

6. Magdy A Albert (7 out of 7 patents)

7. Ricky Joe Sullivan McIntosh (4 out of 7 patents)

8. Mark A Sieron (4 out of 6 patents)

9. James Jeffery Hanson (4 out of 6 patents)

10. Frank Carbonara (3 out of 4 patents)

11. Gregory J Tomko (3 out of 3 patents)

12. Michael R Matthews, Jr (3 out of 3 patents)

13. Robert Edward Jacob (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Richard Rosenbrock (2 out of 5 patents)

15. Ralph A Chrzastek (2 out of 2 patents)

30 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12262718 - Power modulator for infrared conveyor oven (2025-04-01),

2. 11835229 - Convection conveyor oven manifold and damper system (2023-12-05),

3. 11771096 - Power modulator for infrared conveyor oven (2023-10-03),

4. 11369118 - Conveyor oven heat delivery system (2022-06-28),

5. 11369117 - Conveyor oven air system (2022-06-28),

6. 11058121 - Bypass circuit and wipe technique for contactor used to operate solid state relays that control heating elements (2021-07-13),

7. 10920980 - Convection conveyor oven manifold and damper system (2021-02-16),

8. 10842156 - Conveyor oven apparatus and method (2020-11-24),

9. 10746410 - Cooking oven power modulation system and method (2020-08-18),

10. 10362898 - Apparatus and method for controlling a conveyor oven (2019-07-30),

11. 10123543 - Bypass circuit and wipe technique for contactor used to operate solid state relays that control heating elements (2018-11-13),

12. 10076000 - Control of cooking appliance in response to control-compartment, cooling fan failure (2018-09-11),

13. 10039289 - Conveyor oven apparatus and method (2018-08-07),

14. 10036558 - Self-cleaning oven (2018-07-31),

15. 10024548 - Self-cleaning oven (2018-07-17),

The Middleby Corporation is a global leader in the foodservice equipment industry, offering a comprehensive range of innovative products for commercial and residential kitchens. With a history spanning over 100 years, Middleby is known for its commitment to pioneering technology and exceptional customer service. The company's portfolio includes leading brands such as TurboChef, Viking Range, and Pitco, providing solutions for cooking, beverage, and refrigeration needs. Middleby's cutting-edge equipment is used by restaurants, hotels, and foodservice establishments worldwide, enabling efficient operations and superior culinary experiences.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 15 2026

The Middleby Corporation

30 Patents

#10 in Elgin, IL

#604 in Illinois

#11,241 in US

#21,816 in the World

Elgin, IL, United States of America

The Middleby Corporation

Forward Citations = 557

23 inventors:

William S Schjerven, Sr (26 out of 30 patents)

Theodore James Chmiola (16 out of 16 patents)

John H Wiker (15 out of 15 patents)

4. Richard H Van Camp (13 out of 13 patents)

5. Mohan K Panicker (9 out of 9 patents)

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