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Somerset, WI, United States of America

Preco, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 27

% Expired Patents = 14.8

EPO Patents = 7

Trademarks = 14

Forward Citations = 43

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45 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

James J Bucklew (11 out of 11 patents)

Daniel B Miller (10 out of 12 patents)

Dana Poulain (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Steve Wenberg (2 out of 2 patents)

5. Jeffrey L Kulibert (2 out of 2 patents)

6. Thomas P Gates (2 out of 2 patents)

7. Kevin Noeldner (2 out of 2 patents)

8. Brian Lindahl (2 out of 6 patents)

9. Christopher Chow (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Kevin Mitchell (2 out of 2 patents)

11. Lowell Teague (2 out of 4 patents)

12. Kurt Hatella (2 out of 2 patents)

13. David Plourde (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Ted A Teuscher (1 out of 2 patents)

15. John Zik (1 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

Laser Processing

Microperforations

Metal Cutting

Galvo Housing

Inspection Positioning

Embossing

Polymer Structures

Photovoltaic Modules

Acoustic Transducer

Contamination Reduction

Curl Reduction

Registration Error

27 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 12472586 - Laser-made microperforations in films (2025-11-18),

2. 11992895 - Laser cutting metal foil with a polymer backing layer (2024-05-28),

3. 11536956 - High density galvo housing for use with multiple laser beams (2022-12-27),

4. 11130328 - Multi-layer device assembly system (2021-09-28),

5. 11041709 - Noncontact, magnetic positioning of inspection equipment (2021-06-22),

6. 11027365 - Laser beam diverting aperture and reflection capture device (2021-06-08),

7. 10843295 - Under material air purge (2020-11-24),

8. 10799981 - Laser processing system and method of use (2020-10-13),

9. 10717203 - Apparatus and method for rotary die X, Y, and theta registration (2020-07-21),

10. 10618134 - Galvo cooling air bypass to reduce contamination (2020-04-14),

11. 10589383 - Cutting position adjustment for cutting head (2020-03-17),

12. 10179378 - Odor reduction in laser processed material with curl reduction (2019-01-15),

13. 10029331 - Multiple laser beam focusing head (2018-07-24),

14. 9962791 - Method and apparatus for laser processing a complex pattern on a continuous roll (2018-05-08),

15. 9931806 - System and method for embossing/debossing impressionable material (2018-04-03),

Company Overview

Preco, Inc. is a technology-driven company based in Somerset, Wisconsin, specializing in advanced manufacturing solutions. The organization focuses on developing innovative systems and processes for the packaging and converting industries, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to enhance efficiency and productivity. Preco's expertise spans various domains, including automation, laser processing, and precision cutting, positioning it as a key player in delivering tailored solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients across diverse sectors.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

27 Patents

#2 in Somerset, WI

#293 in Wisconsin

#12,420 in US

#24,012 in the World

Somerset, WI, United States of America

Preco, Inc.

Forward Citations = 43

45 inventors:

James J Bucklew (11 out of 11 patents)

Daniel B Miller (10 out of 12 patents)

Dana Poulain (3 out of 3 patents)

4. Steve Wenberg (2 out of 2 patents)

5. Jeffrey L Kulibert (2 out of 2 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Preco, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/preco

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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