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Chicago, IL, United States of America

Sears, Roebuck & Company

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USPTO Granted Patents = 65

% Expired Patents = 1.5

Trademarks = 81

Forward Citations = 2,083

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53 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

John C Gall (18 out of 18 patents)

John P Ronvik (6 out of 10 patents)

Madhu Patel (4 out of 4 patents)

4. Robert J Dewire (3 out of 3 patents)

5. Buckley A Singletary (3 out of 3 patents)

6. Richard D Meharg (3 out of 3 patents)

7. Paul J Wasson (2 out of 2 patents)

8. Anthony J Fernandes (2 out of 2 patents)

9. James M Brabson (2 out of 2 patents)

10. Michael E LeRoy (2 out of 2 patents)

11. Walter A Kozlowski (2 out of 2 patents)

12. Karl T Baughman (2 out of 6 patents)

13. Ronald G Martelet (2 out of 2 patents)

14. Harold W Stillman, Jr (2 out of 2 patents)

15. Martin L Conneally (2 out of 2 patents)

Core Competencies:

Product Search Results

Temporary Credit Card

Shelving System

Hanger Transport

Point Of Sale

Portable Room

Electric Iron

Hearing Aid

Exercise Apparatus

Outdoor Light

Typewriter

Faucet Handle

65 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 7072884 - Computer system and method of displaying product search results (2006-07-04),

2. 6980969 - Methods and apparatus for allowing internet based purchases based on a temporary credit card number (2005-12-27),

3. 6601929 - Multiple configuration shelving system for displaying audio visual components (2003-08-05),

4. 6557285 - Hanging sign and support (2003-05-06),

5. 6543601 - Unloading apparatus (2003-04-08),

6. 6439345 - Item pick-up system (2002-08-27),

7. 6178701 - Portable room (2001-01-30),

8. 5970474 - Registry information system for shoppers (1999-10-19),

9. 5667056 - Hanger transport system (1997-09-16),

10. 5413262 - Lumbar supporting belt (1995-05-09),

11. 5253345 - Point of sale register system (1993-10-12),

12. D322040 - Measuring tape (1991-12-03),

13. 5007178 - Measuring tape device (1991-04-16),

14. D310160 - Rotary tool (1990-08-28),

15. 4860455 - Single hand operation can opener (1989-08-29),

Company Overview

Sears, Roebuck & Company, headquartered in Chicago, IL, is a prominent player in the consumer products sector. The company specializes in a diverse range of offerings, including innovative solutions for product search results, temporary credit card systems, and advanced shelving systems. Additionally, Sears has developed technologies related to point of sale systems, portable rooms, electric irons, and hearing aids, showcasing its commitment to enhancing everyday consumer experiences through practical and effective product design.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Nov 3 2026

65 Patents

#89 in Chicago, IL

#314 in Illinois

#5,615 in US

#11,331 in the World

Chicago, IL, United States of America

Sears, Roebuck & Company

Forward Citations = 2,083

53 inventors:

John C Gall (18 out of 18 patents)

John P Ronvik (6 out of 10 patents)

Madhu Patel (4 out of 4 patents)

4. Robert J Dewire (3 out of 3 patents)

5. Buckley A Singletary (3 out of 3 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Sears, Roebuck & Company. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/sears-roebuck-and-company

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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